Lets put this result aside and look forward to the next two games. On a day when the better team did not deliver the results when expected to, that may have probably demoralize us abit. Yes we were expected to win comfortably, with the talent in the squad that we have compared against the opponents, yet we failed.
However, guys, we did not play badly at all. We dominated the first half, had more than 15 attempts at goal, only that the ball did not cross the line. The first half seemed like a comedy of misses. Maybe the second half we did not play as well, which included several people having cramps, which probably disrupted our play. However, we did not lose, neither did we concede a goal. Our opponents did not even come close to force Kevin to make a good save.
Maybe here are some points to note from the game:
1. We should pace ourselves over the 90 minutes of the game. Yes we are eager to find that first goal, but we should learn to be patient and wait for that opportunity. It will come.
2. Our average team fitness level is below our standard, and we have to work alot on that aspect if we want to do well. The current level is way below our average standard for last two years and this is something that is lacking.
3. We must learn to vary our game play. Some say it is too predictable. Also, We must learn to hold on to the ball, string around a few passes in our build up in our attack. No need to rush. Therefore, our decision-making must improve.
4. We need more communication on the field, everyone should talk on the field.
5. We should encourage each other to keep going, have the hunger to find the net. And where is our hunger on the field? We always get told that our facial expressions before the match show that we do not come prepared and lack the desire to play. Lets change that attitude.
Guys, in my opinion, i myself am not demoralized by this result. To me, I only viewed this game as a gauge to see if we can put in the goals. But doesnt mean that we just cannot score. It is the next two games where we want to put our performances in. So be it that our last match ended 0-0. SMU and NUS are considerably much better teams and we want to play well against. So i challenge the team to rise to the occasion for the matches. No one is a benchwarmer, every player in the SUNIG team has a part to play. It is the mental toughness in us that will take us through our matches. I wanna see some clear and fresh minds from now on, not the demoralized faces you carry still carry around. So heads up!
Anyone feel free to add on or post comments, we are welcomed to hear your views.
Cheers,
Aaron
