What a great run by Geylang International FC! They have beat Tampines Rovers and drew against Harimau Muda before gaining a much needed point against DPMM FC at Hassanal Bolkiah Stadium. Their run have improved gradually and it wasn’t an easy feat to get points of DPMM FC’s home turf and Geylang International FC managed to do it.

DPMM FC were heading into this match with a 3 losing streak in the S•League and the head coach Steve Kean wanted to turn things around. However, DPMM FC had to settle for a goalless draw instead. It could have been all three points for the home side if it wasn’t for the three goal bound efforts that hit the post in the second half.

Geylang International FC keeper Siddiq Durimi was in top form to deny Roy O’Donovan and Roberto Alviz late in the first half. However, the visitors was a much better side in the first half as they dominated possession and proved more hungrier of the two sides. The home side lacked conviction and the partnership of Hendra and captain Bobby in midfield couldn’t control the midfield with ease especially when playing at their home turf.

It was definitely a forgettable first half for DPMM FC and the head coach changed the tactics after the second half, putting Alviz back in a much more central role. Tosi Rodrigo, Roy O’Donovan and Roberto Alviz came very close in breaking the deadlock after the break. It was a much better performance from DPMM FC but the result wasn’t favourable enough as this match was a much needed win for DPMM FC.

For me, the star of the night was Geylang Internatioanal FC’s Aliff Shafaein who was instrumental in his side’s attack. He had a few efforts on target and his penetrating runs made it difficult for DPMM FC to defend as he opened up gaps in their defence. He lifted Geylang’s confidence and bossed the midfield but he ran out of steam in the middle of the second half as he was substituted.

Though it wasn’t a defeat for DPMM FC, Steve Kean believes this is a change of momentum after a run of 3 defeats and this shift will be more favourable in the upcoming matches for DPMM FC. Their next game will be against Courts Young Lions this Wednesday at Jalan Besar Stadium.

Despite the draw, DPMM FC still lead the table with a one-point lead over Warriors FC and defending champions Tampines Rovers. They can extend their lead to four points if they beat Courts Young Lions this Wednesday. All the best, DPMM FC.

DPMM FC vs Geylang International FC

It was good to see kids concentrating till the final whitsle

DPMM FC finally has a clean sheet at the expense of a draw

Great defence by the visitors as well

Go-proing with fans after the match

The media waiting to interview the head coach of DPMM FC

 

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Happening today at Hua Ho Manggis

 

Lau Soon Tiong, manager of Hua Ho Manggis, thanked all the sponsors and partners of the event

Yesterday, Hua Ho Manggis Mall launched the Hua Ho Football Fiesta for the delight of football fans and Hua Ho customers where they can enjoy plenty of activities until the following weekend. Most of the activities are related to football, one of the popular sports in Brunei Darussalam, and the event is also coincided with the ongoing World Cup 2014 in Brazil.

One of the highlights of the Hua Ho Football Fiesta is the Hua Ho FIFA 14 PS3 tournament. There will be two categories which will be the World Cup category (round robin) and the knock out category (single elimination). The winner of World Cup category will get an iPad Mini, SCB $50 Mastercard Cashcard and a World Cup replica trophy. The winner of the Knock out category will get a $200 Hua Ho cash voucher, a Red Bull tumbler and a winner’s trophy. There will be consolation prizes as well. The entry fee will be $10 for World Cup category and $8 for Knock Out category. Each of the participants will also get a Panini Sticker Album with some stickers and a Johnson & Johnson Listerine. Interested parties who want to sign up for the tournament can visit Hua Ho Manggis Mall atrium level from 10am to 10pm. The tournament will be from 20th to 22nd June 2014.

Currently, at the Hua Ho Manggis Mall, there is the KFC 11 Foosball Challenge which ends on 19th June 2014. There are many fantastic prizes to be won for participants. The 1st prize will be an Adidas Brazuca Rio official match ball, a Golden Boot Champion’s Trophy, Hua Ho Sports Voucher, KFC merchandise, FKC Food Voucher and Revive Drink. There will be other fantastic consolation prizes for the participants.

Standard Chartered Bank will be having a special promotion for shoppers at Hua Ho Manggis Mall. From 10th to 22nd June 2014, you can stand a chance to win a 60” Sony 3D Internet TV or Liverpool FC merchandise when you shop with you Standard Chartered Hua Ho MasterCard at Hua Ho Manggis Mall. There will be a “spin the wheel” activity as well.

There will be a photography competition. Simply “SNAP, PRINT and PASTE” of the Hua Ho Football Fiesta event. Once you snapped a photo of the activities of the event, then simply slot your SD card into the Canon Selphy CP-910 printer to print your selected photo. Once printed, fill in your details and paste your photo on the board for display. The judges will assess the photos at the end of the competition date. Top 3 winners will win a Canon PowerShot S110, a Canon IXUS 310HS and a Canon PowerShot A2500 respectively. This activity is sponsored by Interhouse Company.

There will be ongoing quizzes during the Hua Ho Football Fiesta and the public can win goodies sponsored by Concepts Computer.

Red Bull is organizing a mini football activity where those who buy a Red Bull are entitled to play and you can stand a chance to win Red Bull merchandise, Red Bull drinks or even gadgets during the event.

There is also a photo booth of the World Cup backdrop, a mascot and the World Cup trophy replica organised by Stationeight.

On Sunday, 15th June, there will be a Panini World Cup stickers trading from 4pm for Panini sticker collectors.

The final prize presentation will be on Sunday 22nd June 2014.

Lau Soon Tiong, manager of Hua Ho Manggis, gave his welcoming remarks before officially launching the Hua Ho Football Fiesta. The purpose of the event is to bring the community together and enjoy the football related activities in the spirit of celebrating the ongoing World Cup 2014.

The Hua Ho Football Fiesta is brought to you by Hua Ho Manggis Hall. The event partners are Ranoadidas, KFC, Standard Chartered Bank, Armtrix Enterprise, Interhouse Company, Kingston Creamery & Beverage and the official radio station is Kristal FM. For more updates, you can check on their instagram @huahosports

Hua Ho Football Fiesta happening until next Sunday

Group photo of Pehin Kapitan China Kornia Diraja Dato Paduka Lau Ah Kok with the sponsors and partners of the event

Vincent Goh of Interhouse Company showing some pictures printed on a Canon Selphy CP-910 printer to the guest of honour

At the Stationeight booth and you can take photo with the World Cup mascot

Pehin Lau paying a visit at Concepts Computer booth

Pehin Lau at the SCB booth

Pehin Lau talking to celebrity DJ Daffy

Pehin Lau at Red Bull area

Zul Abdul Rahman trying out the speed foosball