BBCU 1-0 Saraburi

Malick Ndape's goal kept BBCU looking odds on for promotion from Division 1 as Saraburi FC were narrowly defeated.

Team Line-ups

The first half was probably one of the worst I've seen since the infamous Germany v Austria second half way back in the 1982 World Cup in Spain.

Offside!!

Saraburi thought they had taken the lead on the hour mark but their goal was ruled out for offside by the assistant referee.

As the game looked to be heading out to a goalless stalemate, BBCU moved ahead when a long free kick into the box wasn't collected by the Saraburi keeper and Malick was on hand to strike the ball into the net.

That was it as far as the action went and BBCU held on to the lead to maintain their 12 point lead over 4th place PTT Rayong.

Overall it was a disappointing game, and from what I saw tonight, BBCU would need to seriously invest in the squad if they have any chance to survive in the TPL next season.

One positive thing from tonight was the weather. Evening football in December is cool and pleasant to sit in for spectators. It's also nice not to have to attend the match with a raincoat awaiting the inevitable downpour that we see between May to October. I'm certainly in favour of the Thai football season being played outwith the rainy season.

BBCU 2-1 FC Phuket

BBCU came back from a goal down to beat FC Phuket 2-1.

It's Raining Again

It was a lively start to the game and the home side blew a golden opportunity to take the lead within 2 minutes when Malick pulled his shot wide after being put clean through on the keeper.

As the rain swept into the stadium, both sides created chances in the first half. BBCU had had most of the possession and forced several corners while Phuket's free flowing passing made them a dangerous prospect on the break.

There were no goals in the first half, but that changed one minute into the second half. The home side went behind when Phuket's left-midfielder, Poramat, volleyed from inside the box for the opener.

BBCU Mascot

BBCU increased the pressure for an equalizer and were rewarded when Chainarong drilled a free-kick into the top corner from 25 yards out.

By this time BBCU were on top and with about 20 minutes left on the clock Wattanasap swiveled to divert the ball past Matijas in the Phuket goal. From the angle I saw the goal, I think the keeper should have done better.

Once Phuket went behind they never really threatened to draw level as BBCU held out comfortably to claim 3 points.