Wednesday, January 29, 2014

RANGEL SENDS RED GIANTS TO THE TOP


MALAYSIA SUPER LEAGUE: SELANGOR 1 – PAHANG 0
 
After getting a disappointing result at Jalan Besar Stadium last Saturday, the Red Giants returned in style by defeating Malaysia Cup winner, Pahang at MBPJ Stadium yesterday.

It was Pahang who dominated the game in first half. After having an opportunity in the 7th minute, a powerful shot from Azammudin Akil was disallowed by the referee because he was already in offside position.


Selangor came back stronger in the second half. A free kick by Junior Da Silva in 56th minute was perfect for the Red Giants ace, Paulo Rangel to send a powerful header into the corner of the goal which has left Khairul Azhan well beaten.


Pahang tried to regain their tempo in search for an equalizer. However, it was clear that the current Selangor team is having better defensive quality under manager Mehmet Durokovic.
 
Selangor move to the top of the table after getting their second win from three matches played, while Pahang is struggling with a low form with the second defeat in a row this season.





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AROSTEGUI SINKS PERAK IN SELAYANG


MALAYSIA SUPER LEAGUE: ATM 1 – PERAK 0
 
The Gladiators took full advantage in the first half from the poor performing Perak team to win 1-0 at Selayang.  B. Sathianatan’s men dominated the match from start and Juan Arostegui scored the only goal of the match in the 25th minute. 


Perak coach, Azhar Ahmad need to make two changes after the first half to strengthen his squad.  As a result, Perak found their form and has more pace in attacking after the break.  Perak striker, Guardiano almost equalized after receiving a pass from Mohd Noor Hazrul but denied by the ATM’s goalkeeper.


In the second half, the games was little harsh and had forced the referee awarding two red card to both teams, Affize Faisal Mamat of ATM and Kyaw Zayar Win of Perak in the last 2 minutes of playing time. 
 
The Gladiators defended well until the final whistle and collected 3 points from the match.



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Monday, January 27, 2014

GIANT KILLER TAKES DOWN THE ELEPHANTS


MALAYSIA SUPER LEAGUE: SIME DARBY 1 - PAHANG 0

Already known as the Giants Killers for their tagline, it seems suits for the Sime Darby as they edge Pahang for a 1-0 at Selayang Stadium last night.
 
Playing with home ground advantage, it was a good performance showed by Ismail Zakaria team to break last season Malaysia Cup winner, and earn their second win in three games from all competition.


Pahang came up with the strong line up, with their talisman Mathias Conti and Azamuddin Akil in attack, it was still not enough for the duo to find the net.
 
Sime Darby makes some changes in the second half. After a quick counter attack in the 50th minute, Fahrul Razi steals the show when his well placed header beat Khairul Azhan for the only goal of the match.


The match turned hot towards the end, quite a number of yellow cards were shown by the man in black. The result is a big setback for the Sultan Ahmad Shah Cup winner.



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RONALDINHO DELIVERS FIRST WIN FOR PKNS IN MSL


MALAYSIA SUPER LEAGUE: PKNS 1 - ATM 0

PKNS FC collected their first three points in 2013 Malaysia Super League after defeating ATM 1-0 at the MPS Stadium. Patrick Ronaldinho turns hero again for the Red Ants as he struck the decisive winner in the second half.


PKNS returned to their home ground in Selayang after losing the opening game to Terengganu in Kuala Terengganu last Saturday. Despite facing a very experience side, Wan Jamak's men were very determined and competitive.


It is the Gladiators second loss in four days. ATM was shown the exit from the FA Cup by Sime Darby FC on Tuesday. It was an attacking approach displayed from both teams which ATM dominates and had more good chances. Though, all were wasted by poor finishing.



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Thursday, January 23, 2014

RED GIANTS CRUISE OVER YOUNG TIGERS


MALAYSIA FA CUP: SELANGOR 2 - HARIMAU MUDA C 0

After performing a great start in Super League campaign with a win against T-Team last Saturday, The Red Giants continue their good performance by thrashing Harimau Muda C at MBPJ Stadium, yesterday.


Goals from a Brazilian duo, Paulo Rangel in 53rd minute and Junior De Souza in 75th minute were enough to put a smile on Mehmet Durokovic face and this has put Selangor through into the second round of the FA Cup competition with a 2-0 win over the Harimau Muda C.


Former Perak hit man, Paulo Rangel goal-scoring mood continues and he is making a good progress by delivering his 3rd goal for Selangor in all competition. Selangor will face Sarawak on February 4th at MBPJ Stadium for the second round.




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GLADIATORS FALL TO SIME DARBY AT SELAYANG


MALAYSIA FA CUP: SIME DARBY 2 - ATM 1

At Selayang Stadium, the nightmare of being eliminated in the first round of the FA Cup competition continues for the ATM squad as they have being shown an exit door by Sime Darby with a 2-1 score last night. Having lost to Perak and Selangor from the previous edition, the Gladiators is still failed to find a perfect tonic in boosting their chances in progressing further for the FA Cup tournament.


A double from the Syrian midfielder, Mahmoud Al Amma in 15th and 86th minutes of play is enough for the 2012 finalist, Sime Darby to begin their historic triumph in the competition again.


The gladiators fought back with a strike from Rezal Zambery Yahaya in 66th minutes but a solid defense showed by Sime Darby defenders have make it difficult for the ATM to found the net.

With the win, Sime Darby will meet Felda United on Feb 4th at Selayang Stadium for the second round of the tournament.





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Sunday, January 19, 2014

GLADIATORS KICKED-OFF NEW SEASON WITH A WINNING START


Super League: ATM 2 - Sarawak 0

ATM collected three points from their first 2014 Super League match after winning 2-0 over Sarawak at the Selayang Stadium last night. The Gladiators took their home ground advantage to control the match against the unsettled visitor.


Last season's top scorer Marlon Alex James opened the scoring to give ATM the lead after 20 minutes. Sarawak started to hunt for an equalizer after that goal. They tried to change their approach but ATM defenders were solid as rock. Amiridzwan Taj played a good game to shut all Sarawak opportunities. The Gladiators added the second goal of the night as Christie Jayaseelan found the net right before the half time break.


Sarawak returned in the second half with stronger determination. But the home side has too much experience within their team. ATM held on to protect the clean sheet until the final whistle. It was a good start for the new season by B. Sathianathan's boys.




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RANGEL SENDS SELANGOR TO A FLYING START


MALAYSIA SUPER LEAGUE: SELANGOR 2 - T-TEAM 0

Selangor new signings have shown a promising display at the start of the new season as they defeated T-Team 2-0 at Kelana Jaya Stadium today. Paulo Rangel's double was enough to give Mehmed Durakovic a dream start since his return to Selangor. 


The Brazilian striker was a very dangerous person inside the T-Team area right from the kick-off. Rangel could have scored more goals if not for the outstanding saves by Muhammad Hazwan in the first half. However, the former Perak player finally found the net in the 64th minute. And just seven minutes later, Rangel scored his second for his new club.


T-Team pressed Selangor in the last 10 minutes, but the Red Giants held on tight to keep the score until the end. Selangor finished runner-up last season with many new signings in this year's squad. Despite the major changes, the team looked very good for the title challenge.




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Tuesday, January 14, 2014

RONALDO LIFTS BALLON D'OR AWARD FOR WORLD PLAYER OF THE YEAR

Cristiano Ronaldo has won the Ballon d'Or after a stunning year at a star-studded FIFA Awards Ceremony in Switzerland. The Real Madrid and Portugal talisman's achievement finally ended the reign of Argentina's Lionel Messi, four-year run as the world's best player. Frenchman Franck Ribery finished third.

The former Manchester United star, who scored 69 goals in 59 games last year, was previously crowned the world's best in 2008.

Ronaldo won with 27.99% of the votes ahead of Messi (24.72%) while Ribery was third (23.36%) according to France Football, who jointly organize the award with FIFA.

The Ballon d'Or is voted for by national team coaches, national team captains and a selection of journalists from around the world, selected by both France Football magazine and FIFA.

FIFA/FIFPro World XI:

Goalkeeper: Manuel Neuer – Bayern Munich
Defender: Philipp Lahm – Bayern Munich
Defender: Sergio Ramos – Real Madrid
Defender: Thiago Silva – PSG
Defender: Dani Alves – FC Barcelona
Midfielder: Andres Iniesta – FC Barcelona
Midfielder: Xavi Hernandez – FC Barcelona
Midfielder: Franck Ribery – Bayern Munich
Forward: Cristiano Ronaldo – Real Madrd
Forward: Zlatan Ibrahimovic – PSG
Forward: Lionel Messi – FC Barcelona



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