A Cruise Victory For SDX, Manager Satisfied

SDX FC started their MMU Champions League with a first win against La Resistance last Super Sunday. A 2-o win thanks to currently on form Imando Torres in the 50th minute and Reza added salt to the opponent's wound by netting another goal 1o minutes later. Both beautiful-yet-lucky goals scored by the team were caused by the goalkeeper's error has given SDX a three points in their group. During the 1st half, the overall gameplay was quite dull with no control over possession and lack of shoots on goal. Defensive walls are loose causing the opponent have chances to attack but most of them were canceled out by the centrebacks.Newly signed centerback, Nadeem stole the moment after nearly scored a goal from half the field. 1o minutes before the game ended, Manager decided on substituting four of their players hoping for an improvement in the game.
Second half shows tremendous change in the team after Manager gambled and changed four of their substitutes to opt for more attacking side. The team connected well with each other and more shoots were made until they were awarded with two 'beautiful' goals.
"I am happy for this win thanks to the players. Although we lost our tempo due to a lot of laughing on the field, we finally get our rhythm back," commented the Manager, Encik Shuk.
"Two more goals and I'll be on par with Avi!" said Imando Torres after the game.

Side stories during the game?
Top striker, Reyzwan denied that he has been 'Jersey-cursed' after not able to score during his first match. He promised to the team that he will improve on his upcoming game. After the game has ended, skipper Avi Cenna made a 'unintentional-censored statement' by wanting to hold Slampuck Gallas ball out loud. This made quite a minor havoc whereby he was actually referring to the team's lucky silver and orange-lined Nike football.

Chapan: "We Are Confident!"

SDX FC, known with its unrivaled attacking and unstoppable defense wall are confident in reaching at least the semifinal as they will make their debut this Sunday versus La Resistant. Without key players such as Eidy Buffon, Izmie Giggs and Ken who return to play for Seryes FC, KakaFace, K.Eckham for FC LanunReturns and an exchange players, Zul K and latest signing Nadeem for Tak Kisah FC; the team will still give a competitive match against other teams during the group stage.
"We are confident-at least reaching the semis. Our latest signings (Nadeem and Cyber) will prove their worth every penny and every players are fired up. Especially our fowards," as the newly appointed Assistant Manager and player, Raul Chapan Gonzales commented.

SDX FC Invited To Compete In Prestige League

SDX FC has confirmed its participation in joining one of the most prestige league, the League which will be held starting this week onwards. Invited by the League committee, the participation of SDX FC is much waited for since rumors has been spread around on the upcoming and rising team. They are placed in Group C together with Victory FC, Kejora FC, FC Spirulina and La Resistance and their first match will be on this Sunday.
"We (SDX FC) hope we can manage to be on top group, but second is reasonable so we can make it to the quarter finals," commented Avi Cenna, humbly via video conference.

SDX to bring in highly-rated players?
Preparing for their best during the League, SDX has yet to confirm in loaning two highly-rated players; a goalie and a versatile centreback. Goalie, only known as Cyber and defender Nadeem who were both once on the same team after Cyber retired 'for-a-while' whilst Nadeem continued playing with one of the most expensive team around, FC Kayu. The amount of transfer fees for those two players are still undisclosed.
"This signings will surely solve our defensive problems on the field," said the Manager, Encik Shuk.

'Silau' Seizes Pirates Treasure

A massive 6-2 win against FC LanunReturn proves that SDX FC have not yet lost its fangs. Under the bright lights of Putrajaya Stadium last weekend, this was their largest win for this year after loosing 3-6 with Malacca Allstarz a few weeks before. In addition, this was their first match this year playing during the chilly night. FC LanunReturn who was not on full squad and had to loan some of the most expensive players looked promising to give SDX FC a competitive match. Throughout the game, SDX FC's defense was inpenetratable and most of the chances were utilized perfectly by the fowards although some of them were wasted. Perfect combination and communication between Imando Torres, Avi Cenna, Alan Fahsmith and also Reyzwan created most of the opportunities that lead to the win. The frequently Missing-In-Action centreback Zul K was the star for that night as he performed above par in both defensing and attacking part that created a superb goal.
"I am so happy to see my team perform very well. This is what I wanted!" said Gaffer, Encik Shuk.
"We played well, both defense and offense. But we need to improve more for the next match," commented the skipper, Avi Cenna.
Midfielder Jo, who was rumored to be injured and could not play made a cameo appearance that night playing for a mere 10 minutes after the Manager saw him unfit and replaced him.

Worst Blunder of the Match: Rizalrafdi
Man Of The Match: Zul K

I spy with my two eyes...future signings?
During the match, Manager Encik Shuk has shown some interest in some of the players from FC LanunReturn after watching the whole match. However, he did not state which players that he is interested with and will be updated soon.

Pirates Ought To Salvage Victory Under Bright Lights

After the mishap last weekend, SDX FC will face yet other tough newcomer; FC LanunReturn for their second exhibition match. The face off will be on this Wednesday at the Putra Stadium of Silicon Valley. The so called underdogs who made a huge impact during the League a few years back return with some new signings and veteran players. Under the guidance of SDX FC own player, manager KakaFace will holding the key for the success of his team. Lanun has created a few superstars during its underdog days such as Alan Fahsmith (ST), KakaFace (MF), Cacai Pirlo (MF), Zarob Puyol (DF), Slampuck Gallas (DF), Van Der FZ (GK), Makoto Nakai (DF), David K.Eckham (MF), Parab Mido (ST) and Casanova Moonzir (DF); which all are signed by SDX FC currently under such high price.
"We are excited to fight one of the highly-rated teams around, which also the team I'm playing for (SDX FC). We will learn as much as possible and prepare for the best in the upcoming league." commented the Manager, KakaFace.
"It's is a huge lost that we couldn't get Nakai to play with us since his injury last weekend," he added.
Manager KakaFace will not be alone managing the team as Nakai has been appointed as the Assistant Manager of FC LanunReturn. SDX FC news team wishes the best for both teams as this is will be one of the memorable match for this Rat year.

FC LanunReturn 2008
Manager: KakaFace (SDX FC)
Assistant: Nakai (SDX FC)
Players (not according to position):
Illyas, Zaim, Fezal, Naza, Law, Hari, Mije, Ayoi, Faizin, Vishagan, K.Eckham (SDX FC), Aziz, King, Fabian, Awee, Kucai, Asri, J-son, Ijat, Tharan

Malacca Allstars To Challege SDX FC

SDX FC will be visited by Malacca Allstars for their upcoming match this Sunday morning, playing on their home turf. Most of the players are in high spirits since their lost last week against Nadeem AllStarz and a win is a must to bounce back their downward performance a few weeks ago. Without centreback cum defensive midfielder, Slampuck Gallas who will be away for a wedding ceremony, Andrea 'Cacai' Pirlo for overtime office work and highly-rated defender, Zarob Puyol who is preparing for his transfer. Graceful midfielder Imando Torres will be leading the attacking side for the team with K.Eckham and skipper Avi Cenna by his side. Japanese centreback Nakai will be back after a long-term injury and maybe benched since he is not 100% match-fit.
"I wish for the best for my team, we must win this match as it will be a good 'angpow' for us all. The main problem is that players always tend to oversleep and come late when it comes to morning match," said the skipper.
"No nasi lemak, no curry what-so-ever please. I don't want my players to have stomach cramps on the field. Humiliating," urged Gaffer, Encik Shuk.