PINTU FC: PINTU FC HOA 2012 Short Review

PINTU FC come back to NTU with Pride after winning HOA 2012. This victory was complimented by PINTU's team in captain's ball, who won that competition to repeat the feat of 2010, when PINTU grabbed double winner in HOA. In futsal, PINTU Ke Mana Saja was the one who in the competition, winning all the games from the group stage to the final, scoring 18 goals in five games and only allowing one goal conceded.

PINTU Ke Mana Saja started the journey in the group stage against Basta Art, and beating them 2 goals by nil, from Hans and Virvandy. In the second match, they defeat Jenggot 2 in a one-sided game, with Reza "Icop" scoring brace. Their good form continued in the knock out stage. On the knock out stage they met Kribo, and eventually won 3-1. On the semifinal they dominated the whole game, and won 4-0 against That.

In the final, they enjoyed a 4-0 win against Joystick, by such an impressive performance, showing neat and tidy passes and teamworks. In this match, Hans once again showed his clinical finishing by scoring hattrick in the final, with Andhita completing the game with the fourth goal, receiving an assist from Reza "Icop" Raditya.

PINTU Ke Mana Saja showed a brilliant performance throughout the tournament. An average of 3.6 goals per game, plus 0.2 goals allowed per game, PINTU Ke Mana Saja played an attractive passing game, as well as deploying some quick counter attack . Alvin Kennardi was not only very solid at the backline, showing a very good anticipation, but also was always there to receive the pass. Hans was the spearhead of the team, and he justified his no 10 of the team with his excellent skills. His dribbling was great, and always had an eye for goal, scoring 9 goals in 5 match, 7 of them scored in the knock out stage. Andhita was very tenacious down the side, and his long shot always threaten the opposition goal.

Togetherness shown in the team, one of the factor of the performance

(Photos from Hari Olahraga Amal 2012's facebook page)

Reza "Icop" Raditya was very dynamic, sharp in front of goal, and giving some assists, but in the other hand, strong defensive wise. Virvandy was always there to make impact from the bench with his flair dribbling skills. Gihon added different dimension with his prime ball control. Alvin Tandias was originally a defender, but his direct running had been causing some trouble for the opposition, nearly scoring one goal in semifinal. Eugene showed vast improvement from last year Olymppic.

PINTU Surga was missing a lot of first team, but still put an impressive performance on group stage, unbeaten on three games in the group stage, winning two of them, while drawing the other one. In the first match, a brace from Mario sank Uno, while in the second match, they recorded a 2-1 thrilling victory versus Image, before being held 0-0 by SJI Old Boys.

Malindo was rock on the backline, while Raymond was fearless challenging the opposition player to break the attack. Suqro and Ericko ensured safety between the post. Gerry was anywhere on the field, while Adhit often made sudden off-the-ball movement unnoticed by the opposition. Mario scored some important goals in the group stage, such as the last-minute winner against Image.

Raymond chasing the ball

(Photos from Hari Olahraga Amal 2012's facebook page)

PINTU Terlarang, which mostly consists of freshies, showed some promise despite not qualifying for next round. Ole was held 1-1 in the first match by them, before losing 0-2 against The Kaps despite showing a great effort in that match.

Hudi was heroic between the post, as he made numerous of great saves, especially in the first match. Dillon has the potential to be a ball playing defender, while Junaidy was never afraid to dribble the ball pass the opponent. Christiandy showed some glimpse of skills and flair, while Benny showed his composure in front of goal.

PINTU celebrates the victory in HOA 2012 Futsal

(photos from Dhika Adhitya's facebook)

Finally, PINTU FC would like to say thanks for all the supporter from PINTU who came down to NUS to support PINTU FC, until we could win the competition. We wouldn't have done it without all the supporter!
Thank you PINTU!