Today's Friendly Match, and the Iftar (To be Politically Correct: Communal Dinner) Afterwards

To all the Hobos who made it down for the Friendly match just now, the Voice of Hobo Salutes You. We played a relaxed, enjoyable and entertaining match, which somehow exposed the extreme positives and the useful negatives under the pre-text of a non-result oriented atmosphere.

The game was played in our non-conventional formation of 4-4-2, as we attempt to finally attack and defend as a unit, and not 2 separate entities, which proved to bear, well, interesting results.

The match ended in victory of course, with the following players in the fore-mentioned positions:-

GK - Damiri
Produced an outstanding save from a header, diving low to his left to tip the ball around the post. Truly world class, his confidence growing with more game time being granted. Keep it up big panda. (Come on, 4K for your KTM400 is a reasonable offer man)

CB - Sophan and Pras
The former being tried in a new position, while the latter makes a Hobo debut. The former kept misjudging headers, while we hope the latter will sign for Hobo on a permanent basis. But impressive debuts are kind of a Hobo curse. Hmmmm.

LB & RB - Manfred & Samir
Manfred has a sweet left foot, thumping in a free kick from God knows how far out, which the GK made a mess off. Proved to be useful, given the only non-fasting player on the pitch with his high work rate. Samir featured in his first full game for Hobo. Showing glimpses of potential tenacity and game reading, the curve can only go up for this lad. The steeper the better though bro.

CM - Mirza and Khidir
Another new combination in the middle of the park. We always knew they could be effective, and they did not disappoint. Khidir showed a lil too much enthusiasm initially, but I suppose its all part of this maestro's gameplay. Mirza looked like he relished his new found freedom to roam and distribute, and had a solid game, despite turning up in blue pyjamas.

LW & RW - Hilmi Z &/or Harun &/or Imran
A brilliant goal for the former. Had Henry written all over it, delightfully chipping the GK from just within the 18 yard box. This lad enjoys playing the beautiful game. Harun does what he always does, making things happen for himself whenever finding himself marooned on the right. His professional attitude is an asset, something all of us could take page from. Has a strange affinity for the corner flag though. Imran has really long legs and likes Lindsay Lohan in Herbie. Especially scenes involving a little more bounce, if ya know what I mean.

Strikers - (Censored)
Names are being withheld for reasons you will find obvious enough. They had a splendid game. Their close bond off the pitch reflected in their understanding when it came to passes and runs. 3 or 4 goals between them, cant remember. Could potentially give our regular strikers a run for their money.

Icometowatchonlycosimsickandjustcamefromteachingtuitionnearby - Arep
Displayed his mastery in mobile phone usage, and his taste in Pizza toppings, by ordering in our Iftar. We appreciate your commitment nonetheless.





Post-match, we headed over the Rooney's place for Pizza and Coke Zero affair, while catching the blockbuster super exciting thriller, HERBIE: FULLY LOADED, followed by the evergreen drama serial featuring the cyntillating Otelli Edwards for a cameo 30 second apprearance, NEWS 5 TONIGHT.

Was definitely a fulfilling day out with all the lads. Its refreshing to bask in one another's company, apart from mass showering sessions post Sunday morning games. To the others who didn't make it, you missed on a whole lot,



like Arep making his TV debut.



Goodnight and we wish you a Happy 15th Day of Ramadhan.