Liga PPIS Day 2 Review

It was a tough day for PINTU FC as they faced PINUS, INSIM, and MAPIA on Premier Pitch Khalsa on the second gameweek, but PINTU FC managed to grab four points from today's game from a win against PINUS and a draw against MAPIA. This result brought PINTU FC to third place in the final standing of Liga PPIS 2014 with 10 points from total 6 games played, a steady improvement from last year's result

PINTU FC vs PINUS 2-1 (HT 1-0)

PINTU FC recorded a hard fought win against PINUS in a fairly interesting game. The first half was a quite even game as both teams played with an offensive desire. Andhita almost opened the score when his placing shot to bottom corner denied by Deiver, PINUS Keeper. It was PINTU to break the deadlock when Andhita took a smart kick in to send the ball to Billy Sebastian, who made no mistake to beat the keeper, 1-0. No more goals were scored in the first half though both teams exchanging attacks for the final few minutes.

Second half just started few minutes and PINUS equalized though a unfortunate deflection by Mario Sandi, 1-1. Shocked by this goal, PINTU FC increased the intensity of the game and almost made an instant reply as Christiandy faced a 1v1 situation but denied by the keeper. Irvan Indra finally brought PINTU FC to a win when he sneaked past the defender to receive an excellent corner, 2-1. PINUS pushed for equalizer in the dying minutes of the game but failed to threaten Jose's goal and PINTU FC got away with a win.

PINTU FC vs INSIM 1-4 (HT 0-2)

It was a harsh scoreline despite encouraging display shown by PINTU FC against the defending champions, as they conceded four goals to one in the 5th game of the League. PINTU FC actually got a bright start as Reinardus Channing released Yonathan Eldrian who released a wicked shot only to be denied by the post on the first minute. However, PINTU FC conceded from Adrian midway through first half as he sent the ball to bottom corner, 0-1. They conceded another goal after a scramble on the defence area was fully capitalized by the opposition, 0-2

On the second half, Reinardus Channing pulled one back as he smashed the ball to the goal to make it 1-2. After that goal, PINTU FC got the momentum to find the goal and threaten INSIM few times before the time out. Despite pushing for equalizer, it was INSIM who scored the next goal as Kevin E unleashed a thunderous drive past Eugene from a freekick, 1-3. INSIM put the game over as Adrian scored another goal from smart finish, 1-4. A tough defeat to swallow for PINTU FC, but in this match, the winner is the one who was more clinical in front of goal. 

PINTU FC vs MAPIA 3-3 (HT 2-0)

PINTU FC locked the 3rd place as they are held 3-3 by MAPIA in a highly entertaining match. The match was started with a high tempo and PINTU FC nearly conceded had Alvin not made a superb last ditch tackle to deny a two-against-one situation. PINTU FC tried to take control of the game and they got the first goal through Billy Sebastian, who dashed to the left side and put a simple finish past the keeper to make it 1-0. Andhita Dananjaya doubled the lead through a similar situation of the first goal just before the break to make it 2-0.

After the break, PINTU FC was shocked by two successive goals in the midway of the second half. Jose was beaten from a rocket shot to the roof of the goal for the first goal, before he was unable to handled the ball well from a indirect freekick and deflected the ball to his own net. The scoreline went level to 2-2 and the game got more intense. PINTU FC retook the lead through Reinardus Channing who got a nice through pass and beat the keeper by a smart finish to the bottom corner, 3-2. However, in the latter stages of the game, PINTU FC conceded a penalty after a team foul. Eugene, who came in after MAPIA's equalizer, was not able to keep the penalty out and the match ended in 3-3 draw.

Liga PPIS 2014 Review: Day 1

PINTU FC was able to pick up two victories out of three games in the first day of the Liga PPIS 2014 in Khalsa Premier Pitch. They beat ERC and KUMIS in the first two matches but subsequently unable to continue their form against Pelikan, thus collecting 6 points from 9 points available, equal points with ERC whom PINTU FC beat in the first match. INSIM has the same points but they just played two games, while Pelikan leading the table on the first day, collecting 7 points from 3 games.

PINTU FC vs ERC 8-6 (HT 2-3)

Goal galore was present in the first match of the league in a very bright day when the match as PINTU FC came from behind to beat ERC 8-6.

PINTU FC started nervously as they conceded once from a shot from the right side of their defence. 0-1. Christiandy Franciscus equalized with a smart finish in front of the goal to make it 1-1, before JRC restored their lead through a venomous shot through the middle, 1-2. Things didn't seem right for PINTU FC as Irvan Indra was dispossessed near his area and gave ERC a free chance and they doubled their lead, 1-3. However, Alvin Tandias reduced the deficit to a goal after he unleashed a wicked shot from the prime area outside the box, 2-3. Just before the break, Mario Sandi had a great chance to equalized but he was unable to lob the ball just one meter in front of the keeper. The first half ended with PINTU FC trailing.

Second half is when the real entertainment served for the fans. The game just started few minutes when Billy Sebastian equalized from a brilliant corner handled poorly by the opposition keeper before Andhita Dananjaya finished a silky team play with Alvin Tandias and Christiandy, 4-3. This lead brought PINTU FC's confidence to control the game and created few chances. Alvin Tandias doubled the lead as he unleashed yet another vicious strike to beat the keeper, 5-3.

After that goal, the teams exchanged goals until the end of the game. ERC grabbed one goal back through counter, but Irvan Indra restored the two goals lead by a composed finish from the corner to make it 6-4. ERC once again pulled one back but Irvan Indra hammered a marvellous goal from the right flank to make it 7-5. ERC once more reduced the deficit to one goal after one of their players turned Irvan to beat Jose Giovanni. However, before they could equalize, Reinardus Channing delivered the final blow as he scored from the kick-off to seal the game 8-6.

The first game is always difficult, but PINTU FC was able to overcome that nerve and grabbed a precious three points through a very entertaining - but thrilling - game.

PINTU FC vs KUMIS 3-1 (HT 1-0)
The second match has less goal than the first match but that does not mean the game was not as intense as the previous game, as PINTU FC won 3-1 through a solid display against KUMIS.

The game started quite evenly but Andhita Dananjaya unleashed a fine shot to beat KUMIS' keeper to make PINTU FC lead 1-0. PINTU FC continued to press on KUMIS' defence but failed to add any goal. Irvan nearly doubled the lead but his shot is just few inches over the bar while Billy Sebastian saw the keeper pulled a brilliant stop to deny him. KUMIS had one chance to equalized but Jose Giovanni produced a fine save to deny long range shot. First half ended with 1-0.

Second half is just started when PINTU FC needed Jose to made a smart save to deny a close range finish from KUMIS. Just moment after, Andhita Dananjaya showed his predatory finish by scoring his second of the game to make it 2-0. KUMIS pulled back 2-1 through a nice finish to beat Jose. Just when KUMIS tried to throw bodies to equalized, debutant Alvin Jonathan pulled the trigger to make it safe for PINTU FC, 3-1 after made a vital interception in KUMIS' area and applied a calm finish past the keeper.

The game ended with 3 points for PINTU FC via 3 goals scored in the game.

PINTU FC vs Pelikan 1-6 (HT 0-2)

It was a mauling, one-sided scoreline but it did not reflect the game as both teams attacking each other, but Pelikan were much more ruthless in front of goal, taking their chances and scored the goal.

The first half was a tight game as both teams stayed in shape to prevent goal, but it was a lapse of concentration for PINTU FC who costed them the first goal as Tandias looked blank and lost the marking, 0-1. Pelikan doubled their lead after Irvan were feinted and Jose beaten despite had a slight touch on the ball. The first half ended with two Pelikan's goal and no PINTU FC's goal.

The second half was a different story - a more open match - as PINTU FC deployed a full press tactic to dominate the ball possession and shootings, but they failed to score. They even conceded three times as Pelikan smartly counter-attacked them. Reinardus Channing grabbed one back to make it 1-5 following a chaotic scramble in the box, but Pelikan quickly scored the sixth goal, 1-6

Credit to Pelikan who played really well as a unit and taking chances when it matters, but it would serve as invaluable experience for PINTU FC for them to move forward.

PINTU FC Joins Liga PPIS 2014

PINTU FC is delighted to announce that we are taking part in the Liga PPIS 2014, which is now officially named as United PPI League by MAPIA. The match is held in Premier Pitch Khalsa in Balestier Road on 26 October and 3 October. PINTU FC will compete with 6 other teams in a League System. The fixture is follows as below:

26 October 
9.00  PINTU FC vs ERC
11.00 PINTU FC vs KUMIS
14.00 PINTU FC vs PELIKAN

2 November
9.00  PINTU FC vs PINUS
11.00 PINTU FC vs INSIM
14.00 PINTU FC vs MAPIA

Do come down and support us! See you there!

PINTU FC takes part in the Hari Olahraga Amal 2014

PINTU FC is delighted to announce that we are taking part in Hari Olahraga Amal 2014, organized by PINUS. This year we are sending four teams including the alumni.  The tournament is held on Saturday, 20 September 2014, from 1 pm to 6 pm. The arena is located at Premier Pitch Turf City, in Turf Club Road. Please come down and support our team! See you there.

Olymppic 2014 Quarter Final exit

PINTU FC vs MDIS 2-3 (HT 1-0)
1-0 Alvin Kennardi
1-1
2-1 Andhita Dananjaya
2-2
2-3

PINTU FC was knocked out in the Olymppic Quarter Final by MDIS in an evenly-interesting match in the cloudy afternoon. The pitch was still wet after the big rain earlier on but that does not reduce the excitement of the game. There is always an interesting match in the knockout round here.

PINTU FC started the match brightly as Alvin Kennardi knocked the cross from the Andhita Dananjaya to beat MDIS keeper, 1-0. There were several chances created again in the first half but neither team was able to capitalize the chance. MDIS came three times scoring with their number 17 playing lively. Eugene denied him twice with his shoulder and left hand respectively, while the crossbar denied him once. PITNU FC, on the other end had one chance from Andhita but his shot was wide.

On the second half, MDIS pressed hard to pull the  scoreline back, and after hitting the crossbar one more time, they finally equalized from a nice finish from inside the area. That goal boosted MDIS' confidence and they finally took the control of the game, forcing PINTU FC to sat deep and playing long ball sporadically. However, it was PINTU FC who was able to score another goal. Andhita Dananjaya smashed the ball to the net without the keeper being able to deny him.

After that goal, PINTU FC created handful of chances from nice one two passes, but MDIS defended well to keep away from another goal. Christiandy Franciscus played a nice one twos with Billy, but their passes was cut short by MDIS defender. Alvin Kennardi might have scored another one should his shot didn't fly over the bar. Focus on attacking, PINTU FC was caught napping, as MDIS no 17 equalized after overrun Irvan Indra and beat Eugene to the far, top corner of the goal. 2-2.

When everyone was thinking an extra time, MDIS scored the third goal as Eugene was out of position to deny long range shot. PINTU FC tried to knock the door but MDIS stood still. Billy nearly equalize but his shot was agonizingly wide from the target.

PINTU FC exited from the competition and MDIS progressed to the semifinal. It was an amusing game as both teams showing great desire to playing great football and creating chances on both ends, but MDIS was more clinical in front of goal, capitalizing chances created to three vital goals. It was a hard defeat to swallow for PINTU FC, but definitely an invaluable lesson for them.

Olymppic 2014 Group Stage Review

PINTU FC came at top of the table in Olymppic 2014 Group D after beating NAFA 5-0 and NUS 4-0. The wins also seal the progression of the team to the quarterfinal.

PINTU FC vs NAFA 5-0
1-0 Andhita Dananjaya
2-0 Reinardus Channing
3-0 Andhita Dananjaya
4-0 Alvin Kennardi
5-0 Andhita Dananjaya

It was the first match of the group, as PINTU FC faces NAFA on a very hot noon in Premier Pitch Khalsa, pitch 2. PINTU FC pressed NAFA from the kick off and were able to open the scoreline on the first minute of the game, when Andhita Dananjaya slotted the ball to the net after scramble on NAFA's area. That goal made PINTU FC more confident in the game and they grew dominating the match. They were controlling the flow, spraying the ball around, and creating few chances. Andhita nearly doubled the lead but his shot from the right flank just wide from the target. 

PINTU FC finally scored another goal via Reinardus Channing. Andhita made a great run on the right flank and crossed the ball to Kennardi, but the keeper parried it just to see Channing smashed the loose ball to the goal, 2-0. That goal made NAFA defence a bit unorganized and PINTU FC took advantage by scoring two successive goals. Andhita Dananjaya scored his second goal of the match after receiving a nice through pass from the left side. Less than one minute, Alvin Kennardi added the fourth with his beautifully taken shot. The first half ended by four goals to nil.

Andhita unleashed a vicious strike

After the break, the game became more open. NAFA was not afraid to come out from their area to launch few attacks. Alvin Kennardi was forced to foul the oposition near the penalty area, getting a yellow card in the process, but the freekick is well-blocked by the wall. NAFA's number 89, Pandji, was the closest from NAFA to pull something from the game, as he got to the nice position to shot in the prime area, but Eugene denied it with his leg. He made another chance with his long distance shot, but again, Eugene punched the ball away to corner.

On the other end, PINTU FC created handful chances. Felix got a nice one on one chance but NAFA's keeper made a brilliant save to deny him. Billy got another chance as he dribbled past the keeper but he lost control of the ball but the ball went out for goal kick. Irvan Indra had good game as he ventured forward few times and got to few nice area, but the keeper was on par to denied him. Andhita Dananjaya was lively throughout the game, made numerous of dangerous runs and unleashed few dangerous shots, which unluckily went wide. However, nearing the end the match, he finally completed the hat-trick. He dribbled past the defender on the right hand side and struck it to the roof of the goal.The keeper had no chance to stop it.

Full time, 5-0 for PINTU FC, and they went to the top of the group, as NUS hadn'tplayed their game yet. 

PINTU FC vs NUS 4-0
1-0 Alvin Kennardi (pen)
2-0 Reinardus Channing
3-0 Alvin Kennardi
4-0 Billy Sebastian

It's a big match, as two arch rival, PINTU FC and NUS met again, but this time in the group stage. Nevertheless, that does not lower the tension of the match, as both teams aiming for the top of the group, even though both of the team has already secured the ticket to the next round. PINTU FC was on the top of the group, only leading through goal difference. NUS previosuly had beaten NAFA 2-0 in a hard fought game.

Both teams tried to find the balance and control of the game, but no team was able to stamp the authority, yet. PINTU FC got one excellent chance as Andhita drifted away from the defender and unleashed a wicked shot, only to see the ball wide fromthe target. NUS, on the other side, got a nice chance from a freekick, but it was tipped wide by Eugene. After an evenly 10 minutes, it was PINTU FC who got the chance to lead. NUS player unintentionally touched the ball with his hand, but it was justified that it was a clear penalty. Alvin Kennardi, who missed the penalty against NUS in the Liga PPIS 2013, was the one to take. This time he kept his nerve, and calmly sent the keeper to wrong way, 1-0. That was the only goal on the first half, as the ref blew the whistle few moments after that goal.

On the second half, NUS pressed hard to get the equalizer, but it was PINTU FC who scored the goal. Reinardus Channing was left open by NUS defender and he blasted the ball to the far corner of the goal. The keeper moved the right way, but he couldn't do anything to prevent it. It was a beautifully taken goal by Channing, pure class, as the ball "teleported" to the back of the net.

The famous freekick by Kennardi

That goal seemed to break NUS spirit, and PINTU FC looked more calm and organized, yet spirited in the game. Alvin Kennardi scored a memorable goal, and probably one of the best in his career for PINTU FC. Alvin was fouled by Apek of NUS in PINTU's own area, and the referee awarded a direct freekick. He expertly lobbed the ball past NUS keeper who was out of position. The ball hit the top crossbar before getting into the goal, 3-0. It was sheer brilliance by Kennardi and the crowd seems really enjoyed that goal.

The actions didn't stop there, for sure. Billy Sebastian delivered the final blow as he smashed the ball well to beat the keeper, after feinting past one defender, 4-0. NUS nearly grabbed a consolation goal as their number 18 dribbled past Irvan and tried to chip the ball past Eugene, only to see the crossbar denied him and went out for the kick-in.

NUS tried to break down PINTU FC's defence

The scoreline might be exaggerating, but it was clear PINTU deserved the win after such a solid display. This result ensured PINTU FC stayed on top, and they will face MDIS in the Quarter Final, which will be held next week, 16 March, on the same place.

PINTU FC takes part in OlymPPIC 2014

PINTU FC is delighted to once again takes part in the OlymPPIC 2014. The competition will takes part on Sunday, 9th (Group Stage) and 16th (Knock Out Stage) of March in Premier Pitch Khalsa.

PINTU FC has been handed group D with NAFA and arch-rival PINUS. We will play NAFA on 11.50 before facing PINUS on 16.30, and both match will be held on 9 March 2014. Should PINTU FC progress to the next round, we will play on 16 March also.