LPP vs TTPC - As it Happened....

Sitiawan, 22th February 2013 - The match with was again delayed due to late arrival of travelling team took place at LPP home ground  Stadium Astaka Sitiawan. The much waited game started at 9pm. It was LPP who first took the control of the game. They had few clear chances through their Lebanese prolific striker, Rizal Ghaddar. Shot was thrown at the opponent goal keeper but none of them had threaten the TTPC stopman. minute by minute, TTPC started to get into the match. they started to control the centre of the pitch, restricting LPP offensive style of play.

Sharbinee; saving a penalty in the 1st half

3 minutes before the half ended, TTPC were awarded with a penalty when LPP defender tipped TTPC's marksman, Othman in the penalty box. LPP players angrily reacted to the decision. from the replay, it looked like the penalty was a very soft one. the penalty was then denied by LPP goal keeper, Roshairi Sharbinee who seemed to have read the direction of the ball.  Both team shared equal possession with fascinating tries; only the goalkeepers to stop the scoreline from moving. First half ended with 0-0 scoreline.

LPP should have been in front in the first half, especially in the first 10 minutes of the play. however, it was strange day for Rizal Ghaddar. it appeared that something was not right with his right thigh. after the break, LPP brought in Sukrie Rahim to strengthen the attacking line. Sukrie who missed the previous 2 games due to family commitment looked lively in the centre half. it was not long when TTPC midfield star took a chance with a long range try which caught Sharbinee.

The introduction had boosted LPP midfield and quickly changed the game. 15 minutes before the final whistle, Zakri Zidane was called into action. This time, LPP were on all-out attack. The skillful midfielder had couple mesmerizing tricks to cheer the spectators. Having said that, it was too late for LPP and TTPC defense looked very solid on the night. TTPC also had few chances on counter attacks, but Sharbinee proved to the manager why he is still LPP no 1, turning each of the attacks to goal kicks.


Final Whistle :- _________________________________________________________________________________

LPP 0 – 1 TTPC

             Panjang 53’

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Verdict: was very disappointing to LPP that they could not sneak a goal from heavy ball possession in the midfield. However, it was overall still a good game for the team as the manager could  try different approaches and strategies with the rest of the squad.