Friendly Match .vs. AMC Report [30th May]

18 PMC players (a combination of GAL and OLD) gathered on the Sunday of the long weekend to take on the defending Agape Cup champions AMC in a very friendly match at Fairfield Methodist School (Secondary). It was a relaxed atmosphere as everyone streamed in and kitted up. In addition to keeping ourselves fit, we welcomed Xavier who was joining us for the 1st time, and Neil who had not played with us since the 1st friendly of the year at St Pat's.

The match started with only 10 AMC players, but judging by the possession and passing they held, they had sufficient men. They opened the scoring in quick fashion with speedy attacks down the flanks, most notably on their left. 1, 2, 3, 4, then 5 goals were conceded by the 30th minute, leaving the team shell-shocked and needing a breather. Wholesale changes were made with 9 substitutes coming on. However, within 2 minutes or so, another goal was conceded, making it 6-0 at the half.

The 2nd started with the apparent 'strongest team' being fielded. This appeared to pay some dividends when play was much more competitive and possession was rather even. At times, the PMC even strung some beautiful moves, most notably with David Horne on the left supplying some through passes and nice runs. On the right, Rusydi had good possession on the ball, and Neil at RB was calm and assured. Andy Mason and Kee Min were also keeping the ball better in the middle of the park. However, none of the possession led to goals and on an AMC counter, they scored their 1st of the half. A 2nd one soon followed before we pulled a goal back when a Rusydi cross found Martin in space, who gave the GK no chance. AMC wrapped up the scoring late in the match to make it 9-1 to them.

A '3rd half' was played so that everyone would get a good run-out. This was done without the referee and in mixed teams. It was a good flowing game with 9 players on each side, highlighted by a Ramon and John Chia goal to give their side a 2-0 win.

We thank AMC for hosting us!