Saturday, 3 November 2012

Liga PPIS Matchday 5 Report

PINTU FC 5 KUMIS 2

1-0 Hans Saleh
1-1
2-1 Andhita
3-1 Hans Saleh
4-1 Hans Saleh
4-2
5-2 Andhita

PINTU FC and KUMIS battled in such an intense - but entertaing - game, in the matchday 5 of Liga PPIS 2012 in Jurong West Sport and Recreation Center. Both team showed flair and created many chances in front of goal, but it was PINTU FC who came out of the top in this match, with 5 goals to 2.

PINTU FC opened the score within two minutes, after Hans Saleh did a round releasing himself from a defender and fired it low to the far post, leaving KUMIS' Keeper, Howard, rooted on the near post. 1-0. KUMIS reacted quickly after that goal. They had one great chance when a cross failed to meet any of player in front of goal, and forced Eugene to make one good save. However, KUMIS equalized within few minutes after the goal, after they got another chance, with one of their player ran towards Eugene, just to see the ball tipped by the keeper, before hitting the post, but another KUMIS player was there to take the rebound ball, and slotted it past Alvin Kennardi, whose effort to clear the ball of the line was futile, as the ball was hit hard and high.

That goal was like a wake-up alarm for PINTU FC, and they slowly got the grip of the game, dominating possession like usual. They came close as Reza chipped the ball wide from the goal, and Alvin Kennardi made two chances from his usual pump, but the keeper made great saves to deny it. Finally, the awaited goal came as Andhita made an acrobatic first time shot to the left side of the goal, leaving the keeper shocked, and didn't move from the middle of the goalpost. 2-1. 

PINTU FC got the most of possession after this goal, but KUMIS' defence was sturdy to withstand the attack. PINTU FC got a chance, when Reza was one-on-one with Howard, but the keeper made brilliant job to shut Reza's shot. KUMIS also created a chance to equalize, but Eugene was there to deny a one-on-one chance and kept the rebound out of goal

Hans Saleh made the second goal of his in this game, shooting the bottom corner of the goal, after receiving a neat pass, 3-1. First half ended with 3-1 scoreline.

KUMIS pressed well in the early of second half, as Hans were substituted, leaving PINTU FC only able to pump the ball forward aimlessly. They were creating chances, but their finishing wasn't there. They almost made it 3-2, when their striker failed to put the ball into the goal from two yards from goal, the second chance as they got a one on one chance, but Eugene made a superb save to deflect the ball, before the ball hitting the crossbar, and cleared by Alvin Kennardi. Eugene made another good save with his right foot, as the ball was smashed to the far post.

However, after the reintroduction of Hans Saleh, they started to regain control of the game again. He nearly got another goal, as his long shot skimmed over the bar just by few centimetres. Hans Saleh finally completed his hattrick and extend PINTU FC's lead to three.

As the clock ticking down, KUMIS withdraw their keeper, and replacing him with a defender, playing as a keeper, to dominate the game more, as in they played five outfield and no keeper. However, it was PINTU FC who added more goal. Hans Saleh completed his hattrick as he went to a nice position, with only the keeper to beat, and he made no mistake to calmly put the ball to the bottom right of the goal. 4-1. The decision to fielded five outfield players paid off as they grabbed their second goal of the game, giving them a glimpse of hope. 4-2

However, on the dying moments, Andhita sealed PINTU FC's victory with his second goal of the game. He dribbled pass one defender before putting the ball into the empty net, as the keeper was venturing forward on that time. 5-2. The full time whistle is blown, leaving KUMIS locked in the third place, while PINTU FC and PINUS are deciding their fate in the penultimate fixture in the Liga PPIS 2012.

PINTU FC 1 PINUS 2
0-1
0-2
1-2 PINUS' own goal

It was the real final to decide the winner of Liga PPIS. PINTU FC were leading on the first place, before the match, while PINUS in the second place,  just behind by goal difference. 

PINTU FC dominated the game in the early stages, forcing PINUS to defence. However PINUS was rock at the backline, giving no room to shot, and PINTU FC didn't get any clear cut chances, with only getting several corners, which unfortunately not leading to a goal. Most of the ball thrown forward could be denied by PINUS defender, even before reaching the keeper. PINTU FC's long shot wasn't too accurate, in this match.

PINTU FC committed some fouls and almost given a team foul in the first half. PINUS finally took a lead when one of their striker put the ball to far post, after receiving the ball on the left side of PINTU FC's defence, and penetrating, leaving Eugene no chance to save the shot. 0-1 now.

The second half was more intense. PINTU FC throwed more man forward, and PINUS were more comfortable in counter atttack. PINUS created chances, and almost added the second, before Christiandy did a last ditch tackle, resulting in corner. However, PINUS finally grabbed the second goal, after smashing the ball to the top of the goal, 0-2. PINUS could've added the third, but Eugene made a great double save to keep PINTU FC on the game.

Christiandy's introduction gave a different dimension for PINTU FC, and PINTU FC started making more chances. Andhita came close as his shot saved by the keeper, while Hans Saleh was unable to release a shot in front of goal, as the defender came quickly to denied Hans. Alvin Kennardi could've done better with one unmarked position on the left flank, but it was unclear whether he wanted to cross or shot, as the ball heading nowhere. Finally, PINTU FC got the goal to reduce the deficit to one goal, as confusion in the front of goal leading to an own goal by PINUS player. 1-2, and PINTU FC pressed more in search of equalizing goal.

Christiandy came close scoring twice for PINTU FC, as his shot denied by a nice save by PINUS Keeper, and once denied by the crossbar, to the disappointment of PINTU FC's supporter. However, until the final whistle, the scoreline remained.

It was an even game, with both team sreating chances, and could've easily gone either way, but on this occassion, it was PINUS who came out as a winner, and PINTU FC have to be contented with the second place in Liga PPIS 2012, despite the encouraging display throughout the tournament.

Saturday, 27 October 2012

Liga PPIS Matchday 4 Report

PINTU FC 8 SIM B 1

1-0 Hans Saleh
2-0 Reza Raditya
3-0 Virvandy Wijaya
3-1
4-1 Hans Saleh
5-1 Reza Raditya
6-1 Reza Raditya
7-1 Hans Saleh
8-1 Alvin Tandias

PINTU FC, who needed at least four goals to dethrone PINUS from the top of the table,  got more than what they required, as they beat SIM B by eight goals to one. Despite the whopping scoreline, it was not walk-in-the-park game, as SIM B was giving some resistance until early of second half before being undone in the later stage of the game.

As usual, PINTU FC took the control of the game from the start of the first half. Hans finally broke the deadlock after receiving a corner from Reza Raditya. Hans smashed the ball from the deep, and the keeper was unable to block the shot, 1-0. Reza Raditya doubled the lead after receiving Andhita's perfect pass, and the opposition defender on the goal line wasn't able to stop Reza's composed finish. PINTU FC threatened SIM B's goal from long shot, mostly from Andhita, which unfortunately none of them resulted into a goal.

SIM B wasn't without any chances on the first half. They got one great chance after dubious decision not to blow the whistle despite the ball had gone out of play, and leaving the SIM B player unmarked, as PINTU FC players were expecting the referee to stop the game, but Eugene was there to steal the ball from the striker before he could put it into the net. However, it was another PINTU FC goal happened few moments after that chance, with Virvandy dribbled the ball to the right side of the field, before unleashing a low drive to the bottom corner to make it 3-0 before the half time.

The second half started with SIM B trying to push back PINTU FC, and they finally got one goal back from the left side of PINTU FC's defence, with a fierce low shot into the far post, while Eugene could only tipped it without being able to prevent the goal, 3-1. SIM B saw a glimpse of hope in this game with that goal. They could got another one, when their defender tried to lob Eugene from their own area, but the keeper made a smart catch.

PINTU FC didn't give more time for SIM B to play their game, as PINTU FC regained their control of the game, and Hans restored the three goal lead after a clinical finish on 1-v-1 situation with the keeper.

After that goal, PINTU FC seems to be more comfortable in possession, and the goal were just a matter of time. Reza Raditya added his second goal of the game, making it 5-1, after a simple tap in in the far post, after Hans decided to pass instead of shooting in 1-v-1 situation with the keeper. Reza Raditya completed his hattrick, his second of the game, from a long range shot from centre of the park. Hans Saleh recorded his third goal in the scoresheet, with his powerful long shot to effectively kill the game, 7-1.  Reza Raditya could've easily made a quattrick, had Andhita directed his pass nearer to Reza.

With just few minutes, there were no way back for SIM B to grab a point from this match, but they almost made their second goal, from a kick-off shot, but Ericko, who just entered the fray, made a brilliant save to deny it. Nearing the final whistle, Alvin Tandias broke his duck, making his first goal of his PINTU FC career, being previously twice hitting the crossbar. He got the ball in the far post before slotting the ball to the far post, deflected by the keeper, hitting the crossbar, and back into the net, 8-1. He was relieved to score a goal, and it was a nice addition for the PINTU FC, as the goal difference might be important nearing the end of the season.

The final whistle, 8-1 for PINTU FC, and they are on the top of the table, above NUS, only winning goal difference with same points.







PINTU FC 2 SIM A 1
1-0 Hans Saleh
2-0 Alvin Kennardi
2-1

PINTU FC were able to come on top in a tight game against SIM A, who had a slim chance to win the competition before the match. It was a tense game until the end of the match, with both teams created chances on both ends, and the scoreline could've easily been different.

SIM A started the game brightly, getting a nice position to release a shot forcing Eugene to make a save, before Alvin Kennardi put the ball into the safe area. They were playing the ball to the wing, giving their no 7, Rafael Andrew to run to ball, which Alvin Kennardi could deal with it well.

After getting the grip of the game, PINTU FC could've opened the goal, had Andhita's ball to the far post met Reza's feet. Finally, PINTU FC opened the score from a nice shot outside the keeper area, after jinked pass one defender, and unleased a fierce drive to the left side of the goal, leaving keeper no chance to save it. Alvin Kennardi made his second goal of the tournament, from a counter attack, in a 3 vs 1 situation with the defender. Andhita, who was holding the ball, gave a perfect pass to Alvin Kennardi, who was running down the right flank, and he smashed it to the left bottom corner in the far post, making it 2-0.

The game was getting quite tense, Hans got kicked in the shinbone, forcing him to get treatment from the medic. SIM A were playing quite hard, but PINTU FC were able to deal with it in the first half. The first half ended with PINTU FC's two goal lead.

On the second half, SIM A implemented different gameplay, as they deployed a direct ball to utilize their striker's height and strength. They constantly pumping the ball directly to the dangerous area, and made several dangerous attempt from header. And it was from header, they climbed one back. From a long ball from the keeper, the striker made a slight, but important touch to find the net, as Eugene was rooted on the spot, 2-1.

This one goal difference made the game much more interesting, and both team got chances on both ends. SIM A made numerous long shot, but none of them on target, and instead, they got their dangerous chances mostly from header, one of their header just inches away from the top corner of the goal. PINTU FC could've restored their two goals lead, had the keeper not flying to save Reza's superb long shot from the central circle of the field.

On the remaining time, SIM A throwed man forward, but they were unable to find the equalizer, despite some nervy moments on PINTU FC's defence. The final whistle was blown, once Andhita hit the ball to the row Z, with the final scoreline 2-1.

SIM were the one who beat PINTU FC in the Olymppic last year, and they were the one who stopped PINTU Surga in HOA, but this time, it was PINTU FC, who secured important three points. With this defeat SIM A were out of the first place's race and PINTU FC to resolve the three horse race in Liga PPIS 2012 in the last matchday, when PINTU FC meet the joint leader PINUS, and the thrid place KUMIS on their last match.

Sunday, 21 October 2012

Liga PPIS Matchday 3 Report

PINTU FC 4 Kaplan 3
1-0 Andhita
1-1
2-1 Reza Raditya
2-2
2-3
3-3 Reza Raditya
4-3 Andhita


It was a tough test for PINTU FC, but they were able to go through it. PINTU FC came from behind, to earn a 4-3 victory against Kaplan, in the third matchday of Liga PPIS, and this is the only match for PINTU FC in this match day.

PINTU FC opened the scoreline, from Andhita's freekick. The ball smashed to direct to the keeper, who made a mistake saving the ball, and giving a 1-0 lead to PINTU FC.

PINTU FC continued giving pressure and creating chances. However, it was Kaplan who scored the second goal of the match to equalize. A speculative goal was dealt mistakenly by Eugene, as he failed to tip the ball out from his own net. His touch was soft, and not strong enough to prevent the goal. 1-1. PINTU FC got a chance, with Alvin Kennardi ran down the right flank, but Kaplan's defender were able to cut the dangerous cross sent.

PINTU FC restored their lead, after Alvin Kennardi's long shot parried by the keeper, but Reza Raditya was there to rebound the ball, 2-1. Alvin Tandias could've got his first goal for PINTU FC, but his long shot brilliantly dealt by Kaplan's keeper. Until the half time whistle is blown, the scoreline remained 2-1.

On the second half, Kaplan equalized. Eugene was attempting to catch a ball, but he was obstructed by a Kaplan player, and the ball was stolen. He shot into the net, and Alvin, who attempted to clear the ball of the line, can only deflect the ball to the right side of goal. The referee didn't rule out the goal even though the keeper was obstructed, and the scoreline changed into 2-2. After that dubious decision, PINTU FC lost the focus, and Kaplan took that chance to score another goal quickly after the equalizer goal. A long ball thrown by Kaplan's keeper headed to Eugene's goal to the joy of the Kaplan's player, 3-2 for Kaplan.

However, after re-introduction of Hans and Reza Raditya, PINTU FC grew their dominance again in the match and finally was able to equalize, after Reza Raditya's superb long shot was unstoppable - the second goal he scored in this match - , and gave PINTU FC the much-needed morale boost.

After that relieving equalizer goal, PINTU FC created a few more glorious chance, with Hans showed his trademark turn before unleashing a shot only to see the ball hitting the upright. Andhita also came close to goal, with his long bullet shot hitting the left crossbar and went out for keeper's ball.

The long waited winning goal finally came. Hans Saleh lost possession, only to be retrieved back by Andhita, who played one-two with Reza Raditya, befor cutting inside and evading one defender. From a comfortable angle, he fired the ball from the distance to make it. 4-3.

PINTU FC came close scoring twice nearing the end of the game. With Reza Raditya, unmarked, received a nice through ball from Hans Saleh, but the first name cannot beat the goalkeeper. Hans Saleh could've sealed the game should his one on one chance not wasted. Hans did another turning to release himself from a defender, and face the keeper one on one. However, Hans were only able to shoot it directly to the keeper.

PINTU FC asked for time out nearing the end of the game to lower the tension of the game. Kaplan aggressively closed down PINTU's player, but they failed to find any equalizer again.

Full time, PINTU FC 4, Kaplan 3. It was a hard-earned - albeit deserved - victory, for PINTU FC. With 13 points from 5 matches, PINTU FC sits in the second place below PINUS, who got 16 points from 6 games.

Sunday, 14 October 2012

Liga PPIS Matchday 2 Report

PINTU FC - Curtin 4-4

1-0 Andhita
1-1
2-1 HansSaleh
3-1 Hans Saleh
4-1 Reza Raditya
4-2
4-3
4-4


Never take your feet from the gas pedal. It's what PINTU FC learned in the third match in Liga PPIS. Leading by four goals to one goal in half time, Curtin was able to equalize in the last minute to make it 4-4.

Curtin started the game brightly when a cross failed to touch by one of their player by an inch. However, it was PINTU FC who scored the opening, with Andhita scoring, receiving Hans' pass from a set piece. It was the same circumstance leading to the equalizer goal by Curtin, a neat set piece, followed by a goal. 1-1.

PINTU FC restored their lead, 2-1, via Hans Saleh, after he received a fine pass from Alvin Kennardi and  rounded past one defender, before unleashed a fierce shot. Hans Saleh did the same thing to make another goal and extend the lead to three goals by one goal. Then Reza Raditya added one more goal to make it 4-1 before the half time ends. Reza and Hans were in position 2 against one, as the first name holding the ball, and the defender opted to mark Hans, leaving Reza in one-on-one position against the keeper, and he made no mistake to beat the keeper.

Thinking 3 goals cushion was enough, PINTU FC reduced the pressure to Curtin, thus allowing them to controlled the game. But this was the mistake who made PINTU FC paid the price. PINTU FC still got couple of chances in early of second half, but failed to convert them to goal.

The man marking strategy deployed by Curtin was effective to resist from PINTU FC's passing game. PINTU FC's attack became monotoneus and direct without any clear scheme. Slowly, Curtin gained grip of the game and control the tempo of the game. They grab one back from a shot released by number 9, sending Eugene to wrong side.

They got another goal from a flick near post, after no one but the scorer itself tought the ball gonna get out of play, 4-3. Curtin increased the pressure towards the end of game to search for equalizer, while PINTU FC tried to hang on the result. PINTU FC conceded the equalizer in the last minute, after the shot is cruelly deflected by Alvin Tandias, leaving Eugene rooted at the spot.

Curtin was celebrating like they won the game, but for PINTU FC. Curtin showed PINTU FC the determination PINTU FC should have shown during the match. It was a tough result to swallow, but it was also an experience that definitely can make the team stronger.

PINTU FC 5 PSB A 1

1-0 Reza Raditya
2-0 Christiandy
2-1
3-1 Christiandy
4-1 PSB's keeper (OG)
5-1 Hans

PINTU FC was able to bounce back from a disappointing result in the matchday three by booked a  5-1 victory against PSB A. Seeing the scoreline solely will lead to a conclusion as in this game was a walkover. However, despite the scoreline, it was a hard-fought game, especially in the first half.

PINTU FC took the iniciative to dictate the tempo from the beginning, and despite creating couple of chances, PSB was able to withstand the barrage, until Reza Raditya smartly deflected Alvin Kennardi's shot to send the keeper into the wrong way, 1-0. After that goal, PINTU FC were still dominating the game, and finally doubled the lead after substitute Christiandy wonderfully dribbled past all the defenders and coolly beaten the keeper. He was delighted to score his first ever goal for PINTU FC in the competition.

Alvin Kennardi tripped one of the PSB player, and giving away a free kick. They made no mistake from it, as they smashed hit low and hard, leaving Eugene no chance to block the ball. 2-1.

It was like the previous match where they led before conceded and became down, but this time PINTU FC had learnt from the previous mistake. Instead of giving the opposition room, they kept piling the pressure to PSB, thus not allowing them to have their own game. Christiandy made it 3-1 after a clinical finish in front of goal. First half ended by 3-1

Reza Raditya re-entered the pitch
(photo from Frederikus Hudi)

PINTU FC was rotating several players and they were enjoying the match much more than the third match. Andhita made it 4-1 after shot a corner directly to the keeper, forcing the goalie to tip the ball to his own net. However, PSB A started to maximize PINTU FC's fatigue and rotations, and started to throw man forward, but they were unable to find the net.

Hans Saleh, who just came in again, freshened PINTU FC's offence and finally sealed PINTU FC's victory nearing the final whistle with simple finish in front of goal, after quick counter attack. 5-1. PSB A got a chance to grab one back, with a one-on-one chance with the keeper, but Eugene made a brilliant save with his leg to deny the goal.

 Dillon with the scoreline board
(photo from Frederikus Hudi)

Final whistle, 5-1 the scoreline, and PINTU FC is in second position now, trailing PINUS with a two point difference, after PINUS was able to get another two win from two games.

Saturday, 6 October 2012

Liga PPIS Matchday 1 Report

PINTU FC vs RP 4-2
1-0 Andhita
2-0 Andhita
3-0 Alvin Kennardi
3-1 a RP Player
3-2 Hans Saleh OG
4-2 Hans Saleh

It is always never easy to win the first match, but ultimately, PINTU FC were able to win their first match against RP. Four goals scored and two goals conceded, that's what PINTU FC's first match in Liga PPIS.

PINTU FC took initiative to control the game and that what's they got. PINTU FC was dominating the possession and controlling the game from the beginning, but RP was showing great resistance, not allowing PINTU FC to score any goals in the earlier minutes, despite creating some chances. RP in the other hand, sporadically attacks via long shot outside the box that handled quite well by Eugene.

It was Andhita who broke the deadlock, receiving Hans Saleh's pass to the empty net. 1-0. Few moments later, the same name doubled the lead. Andhita got the ball in front of goal before cleverly feinting a tackle from defender, and smashed the ball to the goal. 2-0 the scoreline. Alvin Kennardi added the third goal, from long range. He was trying to pump the ball directly to the front of the goal. Reza Raditya was there to take the ball, but somehow neither he nor the keeper were able to control the ball well, and it was another goal for PINTU FC.

Trying to prevent another goal, RP did a time out to reduce the momentum of PINTU FC, and actually it was succesful. No more goals were scored in the first half, and the half time scoreline remained 3-0.

On the second half, PINTU FC release their feet from the throttle, pulling out most of their starter. This eased the pressure for RP, thus allowing them to get some grip on the game and create some chances. They had one goal disallowed, because it was directly from kick in. PINTU FC was also having some chances to extend the lead, but Virvandy weren't able to finish the ball.

RP got one back when they stole the ball in PINTU FC's area and slotted the ball past Eugene. Few moments later, a deflected kick in by Hans Saleh left Eugene rooted in the near post without being able to prevent the ball from getting in 3-2.

After that goal, PINTU FC re-introduced all the starters again to play, and allowing them to once again control the game. Hans Saleh finally buried the game, dribbled pass a defender and scored his first goal in Liga PPIS, and giving PINTU FC a 2 goals lead. The final scoreline was 4-2, and PINTU FC secured three points from their first match.

PINTU FC vs PSB B 8-0
1-0 Reza Raditya
2-0 Reza Raditya
3-0 Hans Saleh
4-0 Reza Raditya
5-0 Hans Saleh
6-0 Virvandy Wijaya
7-0 Virvandy Wijaya
8-0 Hans Saleh

After the first win in their first match, PINTU FC was able to continue their good form in the second match. This time, it was PSB team B whom PINTU FC. In the end, PINTU FC scored eight and kept a clean sheet, and with this result they collected 6 points out of 6, with 10 goals difference, to top the table of Liga PPIS, just above NUS, who also collected 6 points, but losing on goal difference.

PINTU FC tried to control the game from the start, and was able to score the first goal, from a counter attack. Eugene wasn't able to catch the ball perfectly, and he was only able to flip the ball to Andhita, who ran forward, and gave a perfect assist to Reza Raditya, who made no mistake to put the ball past the goalkeeper. 1-0 the scoreline. Reza added his second goal from a quick corner taken by Andhita. Reza was unmarked in the penalty area and smashed the ball to the goal, 2-0. PINTU FC added the third goal via Hans Saleh. He cut inside one defender to unleash a fierce shot, leaving the opposition keeper no chance to prevent it. Reza Raditya completed his hattrick after being able to get the deflected pass from Andhita, 4-0. Hans Saleh continued the riot by adding the fifth goal of the match, after receiving Reza's assist, and giving a comfortable lead through half time. 5-0.

The second half started with PINTU FC subbing Hans Saleh with Virvandy. He made an immediate impact by scoring the sixth. Virvandy stole the ball in opposition's area, dribbled past the keeper, and put it to the empty net. Virvandy scored his second goal, after rebounding his own shot blocked by the keeper.
PINTU FC could've easily added another goals if they weren't for heroic performance by PSB B's keepers, both the first-choice keeper, and his backup. They both weren't afraid to throw their body to stop the attacks, and their reflexes were brilliant. Virvandy twice nearly extended the lead, after exchanging passes with Christiandy, while Reza also was so close to beat the keeper for the fourth time. Christiandy also got one-on-one chance, but the keeper was there to make the save. Alvin Tandias got another chance from the corner but unfortunately the crossbar denied him from scoring in this match.

 After missing some chances, Hans Saleh, after re-entering the fray, scored the eight goal to complete his hattrick, from Reza Raditya and was the second man to score a hattrick in this match, beside the latter name. Until the final whistle, the scoreline remained 8-0, and PINTU FC earned 6 points from two match.



Wednesday, 3 October 2012

PINTU FC takes part in Liga PPIS

PINTU FC is going to take part in Liga PPIS, starting on 6th of October until 3rd of November. Liga PPIS is held in Jurong West Sports and Recreation Centre, just near the Pioneer MRT Station.

PINTU FC hopes to continue the good run done in HOA 2012.

Full Schedule of PINTU FC in Liga PPIS

Monday, 1 October 2012

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!

Awesome Supporters from PINTU
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Saturday, 29 September 2012

PINTU FC HOA 2012 Full Review Part 2: Knock Out Stage

QUARTERFINAL
After the group stage, two PINTUs : PINTU Ke Mana Saja and PINTU Surga qualified for the Quarterfinal. PINTU Ke Mana Saja faced Kribo, while PINTU Surga met Ole.

PINTU Ke Mana Saja 3-1 Kribo
(Hans, OG, Hans)

PINTU Ke Mana Saja faced Kribo from NUS in the quarterfinal, after topping the group stage. They started the game brightly, controlling most of the ball, and Hans had two great shots on goal, although the opposition keeper was there to make the necessary saves to prevent the goal. However, on the third chance, Hans made no mistake to beat the goalkeeper as he got a nice pass from Reza "Icop" from the left side. Reza "Icop" was again the main actor for the second goal, with his lob kick in forced the keeper to touch the ball without saving it, and giving the second goal for the PINTU Ke Mana Saja. That goal made PINTU Ke Mana Saja with the wind and continued to dominate the game with some simple passing game shown. Hans made his second goal in this match, widen the lead to 3-0.

Reza "Icop" almost made it four nil but he somehow failed to put the ball into the net after some tidy teamwork shown by PINTU Ke Mana Saja. Andhita made some attemps on goal which unfortunately not leading to a goal.

Kribo managed to grab a consolation goal, after Eugene parried a shot inside the area, but the rebound ball was taken well by one of Kribo player, 3-1.

PINTU Surga vs Ole 0-4

PINTU Surga was eliminated from this competition with a heavy 0-4 defeat. Missing Malindo on the backline, PINTU Surga were unable to score any goal, but they could've scored twice. Raymond came twice scoring, with one of his long shot was parried by the kepeer, and the other one was saved by the post.


SEMIFINAL

PINTU Ke Mana Saja 4 That 0
(Hans 2x, Kennardi, Virvandy)

PINTU Ke Mana Saja met That on the semifinal, and PINTU Ke Mana Saja comfortably beat That 4-0 to secure one place in the final of HOA 2012. 

On-form Hans Saleh once again opened the score for PINTU Ke Mana Saja. Reza "Icop" sent a nice through pass to Hans, and he placed it to the right corner of the goal, leaving the opposition keeper hopeless to prevent the goal. Hans added the second goal moments after that with similar circumstances, receiving the assist from Reza "Icop", followed by composed finishing. 

That constantly pumped the ball directly to the striker, but Alvin Kennardi dealt with it well, not giving them too much space for creativity. They had one great chances, but Eugene was there to made a slight but important touch to deny the goal.
Alvin Kennardi, one of the goalscorers in this game
(Photos from Hari Olahraga Amal 2012's facebook page)

Alvin Kennardi, who played deeper than others as last man, scored his second goal of the competition. He tenaciously skipped pass the defender, and  followed by a nice finish to the bottom corner of the goal, 3-0. Virvandy added the fourth goal, later. He showed his magnificent driblling, ended by a great finish, leaving the keeper rooted on the spot, 4-0. Alvin Tandias could've easily added the fifth on a blitz counter attack, but his shot blazed over the bar. 

FINAL

PINTU Ke Mana Saja 4 Joystick 0
(Hans 3x Andhita)

The final should've been tight, but not on this occasion. PINTU Ke Mana Saja controlled the game from the beginning and ended the game with 4-0 victory on a dominant display on the final.

PINTU Ke Mana Saja took the iniciative to attack from the beginning, and had some shots wide. For the fifth consecutive times, it was Hans Saleh who scored the first goal for PINTU Ke Mana Saja. He got the ball in the midfield, turned to evade the marking defender, dribbled to the right, and strucked the ball to the middle of the net, and the opposition keeper couldn't do anything much to prevent that goal. 1-0.
Hans celebrated his first goal in the final
(Photos from Hari Olahraga Amal 2012's facebook page)

The first goal made PINTU Ke Mana Saja controlled the game more. With one-touch pass, they were able to create a lot of chances. The second goal came after Hans received the ball from Reza "Icop" from the left flank, and without hesitation unleashed a long pellidriver to double the lead, 2-0. Hans completed his hattrick few moments later. Andhita released a shot, which was saved by the keeper, but Hans was there to take the rebound, 3-0. Andhita got his name on the scoresheet after a simple tap-in from Reza's pass to the empty net. 

Joystick got great chance to grab one goal back from a indirect freekick. Alvin Kennardi were forced to head the ball backward, and Eugene was there to catch it. But the referee gave the indirect freekick, judging that action to be a backpass, despite unintentional. However, Reza "Icop" made an important block to keep a clean sheet. 

Gihon nearly made the fifth goal after his combination with Virvandy leaving Gihon in good position to release a shot, but the keeper managed to tip it wide and it hit the crossbar, before the keeper held the ball safely.

Eugene got the ball first before a Joystick player
(Photos from Hari Olahraga Amal 2012's facebook page)

With the clock was ticking down, Joystick pressed PINTU Ke Mana Saja, closing down the players from their own area. They got one chance from a long shot, but Eugene was able to block the shot and catch it safely. Until the referee blew for the full time, no one were able to make any goal. When the referee blew the whistle, all PINTU Ke Mana Saja players showed their joy for winning this competition. They ran into the field, and celebrated together.

PINTU Ke Mana Saja players with the HOA Trophy
(photos from Surya Adhiwirawan's facebook)

The final scoreline is 4-0, and PINTU Ke Mana Saja is officially the winner of HOA 2012 in Futsal. The first trophy won in this academic year, and hopefully this good form will continue to Liga PPIS, as they will start the journey to defend the title for Liga PPIS next week.

PINTU FC HOA 2012 Full Review Part 1 : Group Stage

1. PINTU KE MANA SAJA

PINTU Ke Mana Saja was placed in Group A with Basta Art and Jenggot 2. PINTU Ke Mana Saja got the top of the group after winning all the match, scoring seven goals without conceding any. They qualified as a group winner to the quarter final.

Team member :
1. Eugene
2. Alvin Tandias
3. Alvin Kennardi
4. Gihon
5. Andhita
6. Reza "Icop" Raditya
7. Virvandy
8. Hans Saleh

PINTU Ke Mana Saja - Basta Art 2-0
(Hans, Virvandy)

PINTU Ke Mana Saja won their first match tempo against Basta Art. 2-0 is the final scoreline of this high-tempo match.

Basta Art got the first chance after Andhita losing the ball in middle of the park, but he was also the one who made crucial block in front of goal, recovering from the mistake he made. However, few seconds after that chance, PINTU Ke Mana Saja took the lead, after the blocked ball is pumped forward, and Hans was there to get the ball, dribbled through one defender, and sent the ball to the net, 1-0.

That goal boosted PINTU Ke Mana Saja's confidence, and they nearly got the second goal as Hans Saleh gave a good pass to Andhita in front of goal, but somehow he failed to score from that position. Virvandy, who came in replacing Hans, was able to double the lead, after getting a nice through ball. The keeper was on able to blocked the ball, but the ball bounced to his own net. 2-0 the scoreline.

In the remaining time, both team continued to looking for another goal, but neither team was able to make a break. 2-0 the final scoreline.


PINTU Ke Mana Saja 5 Jenggot 0
(Hans, Kennardi, Andhita, Icop 2x)

PINTU FC cruised to a comfortable 5-0 victory against Jenggot. Reza "Icop" Raditya scored a brace in this match, after Hans Saleh, Alvin Kennardi, and Andhita scored one goal each of them.

Andhita evaded two of Jenggot's player
(Photos from Hari Olahraga Amal 2012's facebook page)

Hans scored his second goal in this competition after receiving a deflected shot from Andhita, and coolly slotted it to the net. Jenggot got a chance from a freekick, but Eugene was there to block the ball with his feet. The ball bounced forward, and Hans picked the pass, and gave a perfect pass to Alvin Kennardi, who buried it to goal, 2-0. Andhita added the third after evading the tackling in the middle line, and slammed the ball to the bottom corner of the goal, 3-0. Reza "Icop" made it 4-0, after receiving a pass, and cut inside to unleash a deadly strike. This goal made all the outfield starters in this game able to score a goal. Reza "Icop" added his goal tally to two, after doing 1-2 with Andhita, and put the ball into the net, 5-0.

PINTU Ke Mana Saja continued to dominate the game, but was unable to add any more goals.


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PINTU Terlarang

PINTU Terlarang was drawn in one group with Ole and The Kaps in Group C. Being able to hold Ole in the first match, PINTU Terlarang was beaten by The Kaps in a hard-fought match, thus failing to proceed to next round.

Team Member :
1. Hudi
2. Dillon
3. Chiko
4. Andri
5. Junaidy
6. Christiandy
7. Benny
8. Marco


PINTU Terlarang vs Ole 1-1
(Benny)

The freshies in PINTU Terlarang got a respectable draw against Ole on their first match of the group. PINTU Terlarang was under heavy pressure in the beginning. However, they were able the lead. Christiandy penetrated through the left side and passed to Benny, who calmly put the ball into the net with his left foot. 1-0 the scoreline.

Shocked with the goal, Ole increased their pressure, and created several great chances. However, Ole wasted some clear cut chances, and also Hudi was heroic between the post, pulled strings of nice saves.

In the end, Ole was able to find the equalizer, and they continued to push for the winning goal in the remaining time. However, PINTU Terlarang was able to withstand the barrage to secure a respectable1-1 draw. 


PINTU Terlarang - The Kaps 0-2

PINTU Terlarang was unable to continue the momentum they got after holding Ole 1-1 in the first match.

The Kaps broke the deadlock after some scramble in front of goal, and the ball was brilliantly saved by Chiko, but a The Kaps player challenged him and stole the ball, to put it into the net. Few moments later, Hudi was beaten for the second time, and making the scoreline 0-2.

PINTU Terlarang was having some possession and pushing more man forward to create some chances, but The Kaps' defence was solid, and not allowing PINTU Terlarang to find any equalizer goal, nor any consolation goal.


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PINTU Surga 

PINTU Surga is placed in group F, with UNO, Image, and SJI Old Boys. With two wins against UNO, and Image, plus one draw with SJI Old Boys, PINTU Surga proceed to the next round of HOA.

Team Member :
1. Surya "Suqro" Adhiwirawan
2. Ericko Yang
3. Adhit
4. Raymond
5. Malindo
6. Gerry
7. Mario
8. Ricky Wijaya

PINTU Surga vs UNO 2-0
Mario 2x

PINTU Surga started the journey on HOA by winning the match against UNO in a fine morning. PINTU Surga made a flying start, after Mario capitalized the opposition's error, 1-0. Dominating the game, PINTU Surga had some opportunities, with Mario getting one-on-one chance twice, but the keeper made terrific save to deny it. Finally PINTU added the second goal by Mario, with an accurate volleyshot to the left side of goal. 2-0 the scoreline

Nearing the end of the match, Raymond Sebastian got a chance to increase the lead but his powerful shot just hit the post, and the score remains 2-0 till the end of the match.


PINTU Surga - Image 2-1
(Gerry, Mario)

PINTU Surga came from behind to overcome a 0-1 deficit to a dramatic 2-1 win with the winning goal scored in the last minute of the game.

Image took the lead after one of their player feinted to evade Raymond and put the ball past Surya "Suqro" Adhiwirawan. 0-1. PINTU Surga almost got instant reply, with Malindo's shot hitting the crossbar. A moment later, Malindo got another chance, but his shot was deflected by the defender, despite the keeper being out of position. Third time lucky they said, and PINTU Surga found the equalizer on their third good attempt, with Gerry smashing the ball to the top corner of the net, 1-1

A lapse of concentration almost allowed Image to score the second goal. Then, Suqro brought down the opposition player, giving the opposition a penalty, but the penalty was off target.

Both team exchanges attack on the remaining time,with glorious chances created by both sides. PINTU Surga finally found the winning goal in the last second of the match. Raymond Sebastian intercepted the ball in the midfield and sent a defence-splitting through pass, and Mario made no mistake to smashed the ball to the top corner. The whistle is blown a second after the goal was scored. It was a delightful moment to win the game exactly in the end of the game


PINTU Surga - SJI Old Boys 0-0

PINTU Surga got enough result to book a ticket to the quarter final of HOA 2012.

SJI Old Boys got one chance from Forlando's long shot, but Ericko was there to tip the ball wide. Then, PINTU Surga almost broke the deadlock, when he shot the ball between the keeper's leg, but the defender was quick enough to clear the slowly rolling ball. Adit got  two great chances to score a goal, but his effort was denied brilliantly by the keeper. 0-0 was the scoreline when the whistle was blown.


Wednesday, 26 September 2012

PINTU FC takes part in Hari Olahraga Amal

PINTU FC is going to take part in Hari Olahraga Amal 2012 held on 29th September 2012 by PINUS. On this occasion, PINTU FC sends three teams consisting of 8 players each team :
1. PINTU Ke Mana Saja
2. PINTU Surga
3. PINTU Terlarang

For the supporter from NTU wishing to join the team in their journey in this competition can fill up the form here .
For more information about the transportation to the NUS, can contact Gihon Fransli (91488498)

PINTU Ke Mana Saja was placed in Group A with Basta Art and Jenggot 2. PINTU Ke Mana Saja starts the competition with the match Basta Art on 9.20 am, before meeting Jenggot 2 in 11.00 am.
PINTU Ke Mana Saja Fixtures
9.20 am : vs Basta Art
11.00 am : vs Jenggot 2


PINTU Terlarang got one group with Ole and The Kaps in Group C. They will begin their fixture against  Ole on 8.20, and later facing the Kaps on 11.20 am.
PINTU Terlarang Fixtures
8.20 am : vs Ole
11.20 am : vs The Kaps


PINTU Surga is placed in group F, and will pit against SJI Old Boys, Image, and Uno. PINTU Surga faces Uno on the first fixture on 8.40 am, followed by the match against Image in 10.20 am, and finishes their Group Stage with the fixture against SJI Old Boys on 11.40.
PINTU Surga Fixtures
8.40 am : vs Uno
10.20 am : vs Image
11.40 am : vs SJI Old Boys