Monday, February 23, 2015

Kamikaze complete a clinical win

MOF SEASON 7 DIVISION 1
ROUND 3
KAMIKAZE FC vs FC Genesis
15th Feb 2015
3pm Pierce Secondary

FC Genesis have caused Kamikaze many problems with their direct football in recent times and the team got on to the pitch to take on their familiar opponents under the watchful eyes of their caretaker manager, Dinesh Manjan.

Kamikaze were determined to take no chances as they knew their opponents could hurt them on the break and they could have easily gone 3-up in the first 5 minutes, except for some uncharacteristic wasteful finishing from Safar, However, Safar was not to be denied his goal after an excellent pass from the Captain Hara put him through to give Kamikaze a deserved lead.

That goal gave the team a much needed composure and it was all Kamikaze from that point and their lead was doubled when Safar turned provider, laying up for Doctor to score in what has been a good run of form for Kamikaze's very own Paul Scholes.

The game was sealed without a doubt when Safar doubled his tally after excellent work from Pira saw the goal-machine take his chance clinically to hand KKZ a convincing 3-0 victory.


The excellent form of KKZ wingers Sasi, Vishnu and Pira gave the team reasons to be cheerful but the fact that they kept a clean sheet against their spirited opponents would give KKZ much reasons to be confident for their next assignment. 


However, the captain Haravin was quick to emphasise that the most important aspect of this win was the presence of a whole-rounded team display,

"Regardless of the score, we actually played a very good game. It was a brilliant team effort. Yes, players like Pratheep and Visnu had great games, but everyone played their role to the letter and the scoreline reflects the same. What is important now, is that we carry the positives from this game, keep football simple and continue raking in the wins."

KAMIKAZE!!!

Squad: Vishnu (GK), Nesh, Jayraj, PratheepMuse, Hara (c), Gerard, Doctor, Pira, Sasi, Visnu, Safar, Jo, Riswan, Prem

Manager Of The Day: Dinesh Manjan

Goals: Safar (2), Doctor
Assists: Hara, Safar, Pira

Final Score: Kamikaze FC 3 - 0 FC Genesis
Man Of The Match: PratheepMuse

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Friday, February 13, 2015

Heart-breaking loss as Kamikaze concede in the final seconds

MOF SEASON 7 DIVISION 1
ROUND 2
KAMIKAZE FC vs Lost Generation
8th Feb 2015
1pm Eastspring Secondary


It was always going to be a difficult match against a group of opponents who have the pedigree of having played in the highest levels. Lost Generation are a very good team of footballers who have vast experience having played in the various national age-level squads with even a couple of former S-league players. Yet, Kamikaze approached this game with confidence brimming that they could pull off an upset.

It was however, not the best of starts, as within 10 minutes the team found themselves trailing by 2 goals, The first was a beautifully simple 4-touch passing move that underscored the class of the opponents. The second however, was an unfortunate own-goal, after Kishen, looking to clear, sliced at a low cross only to see the ball end at the back of the net.

It sparked memories of the team's previous Division 1 experiences and there was a fear of capitulation. However, there was something different about this new-look Kamikaze outfit as there was real character flowing through the team. They refused to give their opponents any more respect that they deserved and took the game to them, pressing them quickly and challenging for every ball. The move paid dividends as by half-time, the scoreline was even thanks to two goals from the talismanic goal-machine Safar both assisted by Doctor.

The team knew that they had a good chance of getting something out of the game, but crucial to that was keeping a clean sheet in the second half. That plan fell awry within 15 minutes of the restart, as the team once again conceded 2 goals, the first a mistake by the goalie and the second due to yet another mesmerising play by Lost Generation.

Just as heads were dropping, Safar, Jefri and Mohan stepped up to once again show the team's determination. They were spurred on by the captain Hara who called on the team to not give up. Even when a penalty was missed, the team continued resiliently and were duly rewarded when Mohan curled in a beautiful goal from the edge of the box. When KKZ were awarded a second penalty for dangerous play in the penalty box, and Safar completed his hat-trick, it looked like the team had completed a great escape.

However, hearts were cruelly broken, as Lost Generation pumped up a long punt down the ground and a mix-up between the defenders and the goalkeeper saw the LG striker poke in with virtually the last kick of the match.
While they were beaten narrowly, KKZ can take a lot of heart from the style of football they played and the character they showed on the pitch. This experience will indeed serve the team well as they take on the other teams of the division.

KAMIKAZE!!!

Squad: Vishnu (GK), Prem, Gerard, Kishen, Hara (c), Marek, Doctor, Pira, Jo, Jefri, Safar, Pratheepmuse, Victor, Mohan, Riswan

Manager Of The Day: Victor

Goals: Safar (3), Mohan
Assists: Doctor (2), Safar

Final Score: Kamikaze FC 4 - 5 Lost Generation
Man Of The Match: Safar

Wednesday, February 04, 2015

Kamikaze Begin New Season With a Win

MOF SEASON 7 DIVISION 1
ROUND 1
Swat FC vs KAMIKAZE FC
1st Feb 2015
5pm Sembawang Secondary



Kamikaze got off to a bright start in their lead campaign as they blazed away Swat FC in an ill-tempered clash that saw their opponents get a red card for violent play and almost ran into abandonment.

KKZ entered the game with a strengthened squad that looked like it meant business. Within 2 minutes, the move paid dividends as Visnu played Safar on and last season's top scorer did not need a second invitation to open his account.

Although Swat responded almost immediately with an equaliser, play was dictated by KKZ and the pressure paid dividends as Safar turned provider this time drilling in a low-cross that Mohan did well to turn into goal after a lung-bursting 30-yard run. The game was put beyond doubt when Safar doubled his tally 2 minutes later after a sensational lofted pass from Jeff put him through on goal.



Sasi, tipped to have a sterling season made his mark in the second period as Safar again turned provider threading in a through ball that saw Sasi rounding the keeper before scoring into an empty net. The scoreline pressure for last season's unbeaten Div 5 champions proved too much to handle as they exploded in the 65th minute with their captain reacting angrily to a tackle. It sparked a free-for-all melee that saw the game paused and teetering on the verge of abandonment before common sense prevailed and play resumed.

The break in momentum worked against the Samurais as they conceded a quick goal, but there was enough experience in the squad to see the result through as they made a strong start to what is tipped to be a very tough season.

Squad: Vishnu (GK), Prem, Jayraj, Kishen, Hara (c), Marek, Jayraj, Marek, Riswan, Visnu, Mohan, Jefri, Safar, Sasi, Nesh, Kavin, Sasi, Pira

Manager Of The Day: Seelan

Goals: Safar (2), Mohan, Sasi
Assists: Visnu, Safar (2), Jeff

Final Score: Swat FC 2 - 4 Kamikaze FC
Man Of The Match: Safar