Thiago Cunha netted twice as Chonburi won 2-1 on Thai Port's TPL swansong.
Both sides wasted early chances with Thiago knocking the ball into Wanlop's legs after being sent on his way by Jetsadakorn while Steven Robb missed a sitter with the goal gaping at his mercy.
Thai Port fell behind on 12 minutes when a long ball caught Termchai napping which allowed Thiago the easy task of stroking the ball past Wanlop.
Ten minutes later, another long ball from Chonburi was this time missed by Thongchai and as the left back tried to retrieve the situation, he fouled Thaigo in the box. It was a rather harsh award by the referee, but Thiago wasn't complaining as he coolly sent Wanlop the wrong way to make it 2-0.
However, the hosts began to find their feet with Sarawut fizzing an effort across the goal and Ri Myong Jun headed onto the post after a teasing cross from Robb.
Steven Robb then atoned for his earlier miss when he prodded home Watson's low cross on 45 minutes to give Port a glimmer of hope.
The clock whittled down slowly after the break with few chances for either side. Robb blasted a shot into Sinteeweechai's midriff while Ri Myong Jun's spin and shot in the box flew wide. The closest the Sharks came was when newly introduced sub, Paritas, fired over the bar from close in.
At the end of the game, there was a pitch invasion from the Klong Toei youngsters as they went in search of goodies from the players. Both sides now have about three months to prepare for next season. The pair might be in different divisions but the target of winning their respective leagues will be the same.
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Sunday, October 28, 2012
Saturday, September 8, 2012
Thai Port 0-0 Bangkok Glass
It finished all square at the PAT Stadium as Thai Port and Bangkok Glass drew 0-0.
The main talking point came in the dying minutes as the goal line technology debate reared it's ugly head yet again with Thai Port having what appeared a decent shout for a goal overruled.
Thai Port started off on the offensive with Kiatjaroen's long shot forcing Kritsana into an early save. The resultant corner was the first of many for the hosts which were poorly delivered throughout by the combination of Sivakorn and Kritsada.
BG's best chance of the game came on 25 minutes when Giorgi sprang the offside trap. With a clear angled run in on goal, the Georgian fluffed his chance as his weak shot was blocked by Wanlop's legs.
The second period was mainly dominated by Thai Port although Glass regularly threatened on the counter.
On 70 minutes the Watson and Anusak combination almost broke the deadlock twice within a minute. The first Anusak attempt was turned away by the BG keeper, and from the next play the Muangthong loanee almost nipped in at the near post to score.
As mentioned earlier the controversial moment happened with minutes left on the clock when a Pongpipat free kick from the right was flicked goal bound. Hiek cleared it off the line and whether or not it crossed the line is highly debatable. Having watched it several times now on the replay, I still can't fathom if a goal should have been awarded. If the referee and linesman can't clearly see it, then they can't give it.
In injury time, Pongpipat hit a stinging drive that was well saved by Kritsana but it wasn't to be for the home side.
Overall Thai Port put in a reasonable performance against a Bangkok Glass side that must have had one eye on Tuesday's league cup tie with Chonburi.
The main talking point came in the dying minutes as the goal line technology debate reared it's ugly head yet again with Thai Port having what appeared a decent shout for a goal overruled.
Thai Port started off on the offensive with Kiatjaroen's long shot forcing Kritsana into an early save. The resultant corner was the first of many for the hosts which were poorly delivered throughout by the combination of Sivakorn and Kritsada.
BG's best chance of the game came on 25 minutes when Giorgi sprang the offside trap. With a clear angled run in on goal, the Georgian fluffed his chance as his weak shot was blocked by Wanlop's legs.
The second period was mainly dominated by Thai Port although Glass regularly threatened on the counter.
On 70 minutes the Watson and Anusak combination almost broke the deadlock twice within a minute. The first Anusak attempt was turned away by the BG keeper, and from the next play the Muangthong loanee almost nipped in at the near post to score.
As mentioned earlier the controversial moment happened with minutes left on the clock when a Pongpipat free kick from the right was flicked goal bound. Hiek cleared it off the line and whether or not it crossed the line is highly debatable. Having watched it several times now on the replay, I still can't fathom if a goal should have been awarded. If the referee and linesman can't clearly see it, then they can't give it.
In injury time, Pongpipat hit a stinging drive that was well saved by Kritsana but it wasn't to be for the home side.
Overall Thai Port put in a reasonable performance against a Bangkok Glass side that must have had one eye on Tuesday's league cup tie with Chonburi.
Sunday, September 2, 2012
Thai Port 2-4 Pattaya United
Three goals in the first thirty minutes won the game for Pattaya as they eventually ran out 4-2 winners over a defensively inadequate Thai Port.
The first of the Dolphins three early strikes came on 8 minutes when Rangsarit trundled a free kick under the jumping Thai Port wall past an unsuspecting Wanlop. From where I was positioned, it looked like Rangsarit mishit his free kick although I'm sure he'll claim that he practices placing the ball under the wall regularly in training.
Port had a couple of chances at the other end with Robb forcing Narat into a save, yet it was the guests who doubled their lead on 26 minutes. Good link up play in the midfield was followed up with a precise square pass from Dyachenko to find Keisuke Ogawa on the edge of the box. The Jap's left footed shot found the large gap created by an out of position Wanlop at the left hand post.
Within three minutes it was virtually game set and match as Ludo easily brushed off a beleaguered Termchai to race through on goal to make it 3-0 to Pattaya. That goal was the cue for some of the Klong Toei locals to head for the exits.
The home side had been making chances and they gave themselves a glimmer of daylight shortly before the break when Anusak pulled one back after being set up by a neat move involving Watson and Kiatjareon.
Pattaya wasted a guilt edged chance following another breakaway shortly after the interval and there were no takers for TP as Ruella's low cross raced across the front of the goal.
Just after the hour, it was squeaky bum time for the Dolphins as Thai Port reduced the deficit to one goal. A inswinging cross from Kritsada curled in at the back post past the stationary Narat. I can only assume that the incoming Anusak distracted the big keeper. On watching the replay of the goal, it really has to goal down as a goalkeeping mistake.
After that, Sarawut headed wide and Kritsada's shot hit the side netting as TP pressed for a dramatic equalizer.
The momentum was with the home side, but their comeback was dealt a blow on 73 minutes when Pattaya netted again to effectively end the contest. A slip by Mario da Silva allowed the impressive Dyanchenko to skip past him. The Russian then set up Ludo who neatly sidestepped Kiatjareon before calmly slotting in the bottom corner.
That was it as far as they goalscoring went as Pattaya held out comfortably to claim a valuable three points. Thai Port remain just above the bottom three, but with fixtures against BG (H), Buriram Utd (A) and BEC Tero (A) on the horizon, it's doubtful they'll be in that position for much longer.
Thai Port were managerless for this game and on today's evidence the first thing the new appointment will need to do is to sort out the defence. From a defensive point of view all four goals were preventable. Another thing that's needs to be addressed are the incessant flicks and tricks performed by Port attackers. Ludo and Dyachenko kept it simple for Pattaya and the rewards were greater for the Dolphins despite the fact that they had far less attempts on goal.
The first of the Dolphins three early strikes came on 8 minutes when Rangsarit trundled a free kick under the jumping Thai Port wall past an unsuspecting Wanlop. From where I was positioned, it looked like Rangsarit mishit his free kick although I'm sure he'll claim that he practices placing the ball under the wall regularly in training.
Port had a couple of chances at the other end with Robb forcing Narat into a save, yet it was the guests who doubled their lead on 26 minutes. Good link up play in the midfield was followed up with a precise square pass from Dyachenko to find Keisuke Ogawa on the edge of the box. The Jap's left footed shot found the large gap created by an out of position Wanlop at the left hand post.
Within three minutes it was virtually game set and match as Ludo easily brushed off a beleaguered Termchai to race through on goal to make it 3-0 to Pattaya. That goal was the cue for some of the Klong Toei locals to head for the exits.
The home side had been making chances and they gave themselves a glimmer of daylight shortly before the break when Anusak pulled one back after being set up by a neat move involving Watson and Kiatjareon.
Pattaya wasted a guilt edged chance following another breakaway shortly after the interval and there were no takers for TP as Ruella's low cross raced across the front of the goal.
Just after the hour, it was squeaky bum time for the Dolphins as Thai Port reduced the deficit to one goal. A inswinging cross from Kritsada curled in at the back post past the stationary Narat. I can only assume that the incoming Anusak distracted the big keeper. On watching the replay of the goal, it really has to goal down as a goalkeeping mistake.
After that, Sarawut headed wide and Kritsada's shot hit the side netting as TP pressed for a dramatic equalizer.
The momentum was with the home side, but their comeback was dealt a blow on 73 minutes when Pattaya netted again to effectively end the contest. A slip by Mario da Silva allowed the impressive Dyanchenko to skip past him. The Russian then set up Ludo who neatly sidestepped Kiatjareon before calmly slotting in the bottom corner.
That was it as far as they goalscoring went as Pattaya held out comfortably to claim a valuable three points. Thai Port remain just above the bottom three, but with fixtures against BG (H), Buriram Utd (A) and BEC Tero (A) on the horizon, it's doubtful they'll be in that position for much longer.
Thai Port were managerless for this game and on today's evidence the first thing the new appointment will need to do is to sort out the defence. From a defensive point of view all four goals were preventable. Another thing that's needs to be addressed are the incessant flicks and tricks performed by Port attackers. Ludo and Dyachenko kept it simple for Pattaya and the rewards were greater for the Dolphins despite the fact that they had far less attempts on goal.
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Thai Port 0-2 Muangthong United
A late double from Paulo Rangel helped a second string Muangthong United book their place in the last 8 of the Toyota League Cup at the expense of Thai Port.
The niggly first half frustrated the Wednesday teatime crowd as the referee peppered the match with the awarding of several free kicks. The towering Rangel was making his presence felt up front for the visitors, and he should have done better from Ekkapoom's cross on 16 minutes, but he couldn't connect properly as his shot trundled wide. Minutes later the same man's unchallenged header was easily saved by Wanlop.
In first half injury time, Olan had the home side's best sighting on goal when he blazed a shot over from Steven Robb's cross.
The second half continued to be fiery and on 55 minutes there were no takers for Port as Sarawut fired a low drive across the Muangthong six yard box.
Midway through the half, Wanlop saved a powerful header from Hermoza after he'd combined well with Jakkraphan.
A couple of minutes later, the whistle happy ref failed to spot a handball from Narat in the Thai Port box much to the fury of the MTU bench.
The home side then went close from an inswinging Thongchai free kick from the right, and Alex Ruella had an effort blocked close to the goal.
On 83 minutes, the deadlock was finally broken when a quick break from midfield by Jakkraphan found Rangel in the box and the big Brazilian's crisp low shot found the bottom corner of the net.
Late sub, Teerawut, twice came close to levelling for Port as full time approached. His dipping effort was tipped over the bar by Umarin, and seconds later, poor defending allowed him to lob the keeper, but his attempt bounced wide.
The home side continued to press but they were undone three minutes into added time as Barakat's precise pass found Rangel allowing him to coolly round a defender and the goalkeeper before slotting home to end the contest.
Thai Port have more pressing survival matters and falling out of the cup could benefit them in the long run. Although, I wouldn't have suggested that to any of the Klong Toei Army as they were leaving the stadium tonight. It's scary for me that Muangthong can rest so many first team regulars yet still progress to the quarter finals without really breaking sweat. Now that they're in the last eight, I wonder if they continue to play fringe players if they were to draw Buriram Utd or Chonburi?
The niggly first half frustrated the Wednesday teatime crowd as the referee peppered the match with the awarding of several free kicks. The towering Rangel was making his presence felt up front for the visitors, and he should have done better from Ekkapoom's cross on 16 minutes, but he couldn't connect properly as his shot trundled wide. Minutes later the same man's unchallenged header was easily saved by Wanlop.
In first half injury time, Olan had the home side's best sighting on goal when he blazed a shot over from Steven Robb's cross.
The second half continued to be fiery and on 55 minutes there were no takers for Port as Sarawut fired a low drive across the Muangthong six yard box.
Midway through the half, Wanlop saved a powerful header from Hermoza after he'd combined well with Jakkraphan.
A couple of minutes later, the whistle happy ref failed to spot a handball from Narat in the Thai Port box much to the fury of the MTU bench.
The home side then went close from an inswinging Thongchai free kick from the right, and Alex Ruella had an effort blocked close to the goal.
On 83 minutes, the deadlock was finally broken when a quick break from midfield by Jakkraphan found Rangel in the box and the big Brazilian's crisp low shot found the bottom corner of the net.
Late sub, Teerawut, twice came close to levelling for Port as full time approached. His dipping effort was tipped over the bar by Umarin, and seconds later, poor defending allowed him to lob the keeper, but his attempt bounced wide.
The home side continued to press but they were undone three minutes into added time as Barakat's precise pass found Rangel allowing him to coolly round a defender and the goalkeeper before slotting home to end the contest.
Thai Port have more pressing survival matters and falling out of the cup could benefit them in the long run. Although, I wouldn't have suggested that to any of the Klong Toei Army as they were leaving the stadium tonight. It's scary for me that Muangthong can rest so many first team regulars yet still progress to the quarter finals without really breaking sweat. Now that they're in the last eight, I wonder if they continue to play fringe players if they were to draw Buriram Utd or Chonburi?
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Thai Port 0-0 TOT
The game at the PAT Stadium ended in a rain soaked stalemate as Thai Port and TOT drew 0-0.
The home side shaded the first 45 minutes with their closest effort coming from Ri Myong Jun early on as he forced Weera to strongly palm away.
The away side were quiet throughout unlike their followers in the brass band. On the hour, Lee Jun Ki came within inches of opening the scoring for the visitors, but his goal bound header was cleared off the line.
The game kicked of 30 minutes later than scheduled due to the late arrival of the TOT bus, and that decision made a significant difference to the last quarter of the game as the heavens opened.
Ri Myong Jun rattled the crossbar with ten minutes left on the clock, but from then on the contest was virtually over owing to the playing surface becoming saturated with water. All that was missing was Stuart Hall's raucous commentary as the pitch became more akin to an "It's a Knockout" event rather than a professional football match.
On reflection, I'm sure TOT will have been happier with the point than their hosts would have. Throughout the 90 minutes they never really forced Wanlop into a save. Thai Port had more attempts and they must have been disappointed only to collect a point. With fixtures against the top five still looming, the Klong Toei side need to start converting these home 0-0 draws against mid-table opposition into wins.
The home side shaded the first 45 minutes with their closest effort coming from Ri Myong Jun early on as he forced Weera to strongly palm away.
The away side were quiet throughout unlike their followers in the brass band. On the hour, Lee Jun Ki came within inches of opening the scoring for the visitors, but his goal bound header was cleared off the line.
The game kicked of 30 minutes later than scheduled due to the late arrival of the TOT bus, and that decision made a significant difference to the last quarter of the game as the heavens opened.
Ri Myong Jun rattled the crossbar with ten minutes left on the clock, but from then on the contest was virtually over owing to the playing surface becoming saturated with water. All that was missing was Stuart Hall's raucous commentary as the pitch became more akin to an "It's a Knockout" event rather than a professional football match.
On reflection, I'm sure TOT will have been happier with the point than their hosts would have. Throughout the 90 minutes they never really forced Wanlop into a save. Thai Port had more attempts and they must have been disappointed only to collect a point. With fixtures against the top five still looming, the Klong Toei side need to start converting these home 0-0 draws against mid-table opposition into wins.
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Thai Port 3-2 BBCU
An Olof Watson second half double from the penalty spot helped Thai Port come from behind to beat BBCU 3-2.
There were a glut of goals shortly before half time as BBCU took the lead twice within the space of three minutes.
Moussa Sylla burst through the home side's rearguard on 42 minutes to set up Salahudin to score. The BBCU midfielder's boot seemed to connect simultaneously with a Thai Port defender's as the ball spun into the base of the net.
Within two minutes, the hosts levelled when Alex Ruella got to the front post to knock a header over Pornchai from Ponpipat's free kick.
However, parity was shortly lived as Juninho's pinpoint low shot crept into the bottom left hand corner to give the Big Bang a 2-1 lead at the interval.
The game was won in six second half minutes when Olof Watson converted two penalties. The first was awarded on 58 minutes as debutant, Ri Myong Jun, was blocked in the box. The Swede duly converted to level the contest.
Six minutes later, Sarawut was tripped and the referee pointed to the spot for the second time. Despite intimidation, Watson held his nerve to coolly slot the ball into the same side of the goal.
The BBCU players and staff were clearly vexed with the penalty decisions and surrounded the match officials at full time. The first one certainly looked like a penalty but for the second, I'd have to see it again before making a firm judgement.
On the whole, I thought the Klong Toei side deserved the victory. New boy, Ri Myong Jun gave the home side that extra bit of cutting edge up front even though there seemed to be a lack of communication at times with team mates. BBCU's Juninho had lively bursts and if he can find more consistency over 90 minutes, then he might provide the spark to keep BBCU in the TPL.
The victory lifted Thai port onto 22 points while BBCU's 19 points meant they slipped back into the relegation places.
EDIT: Having seen the replays of the 2 Thai Port penalty decisions on TV, I must confess that the second one was more convincing than the first one. Apologies!!
There were a glut of goals shortly before half time as BBCU took the lead twice within the space of three minutes.
Moussa Sylla burst through the home side's rearguard on 42 minutes to set up Salahudin to score. The BBCU midfielder's boot seemed to connect simultaneously with a Thai Port defender's as the ball spun into the base of the net.
Within two minutes, the hosts levelled when Alex Ruella got to the front post to knock a header over Pornchai from Ponpipat's free kick.
However, parity was shortly lived as Juninho's pinpoint low shot crept into the bottom left hand corner to give the Big Bang a 2-1 lead at the interval.
The game was won in six second half minutes when Olof Watson converted two penalties. The first was awarded on 58 minutes as debutant, Ri Myong Jun, was blocked in the box. The Swede duly converted to level the contest.
Six minutes later, Sarawut was tripped and the referee pointed to the spot for the second time. Despite intimidation, Watson held his nerve to coolly slot the ball into the same side of the goal.
The BBCU players and staff were clearly vexed with the penalty decisions and surrounded the match officials at full time. The first one certainly looked like a penalty but for the second, I'd have to see it again before making a firm judgement.
On the whole, I thought the Klong Toei side deserved the victory. New boy, Ri Myong Jun gave the home side that extra bit of cutting edge up front even though there seemed to be a lack of communication at times with team mates. BBCU's Juninho had lively bursts and if he can find more consistency over 90 minutes, then he might provide the spark to keep BBCU in the TPL.
The victory lifted Thai port onto 22 points while BBCU's 19 points meant they slipped back into the relegation places.
EDIT: Having seen the replays of the 2 Thai Port penalty decisions on TV, I must confess that the second one was more convincing than the first one. Apologies!!
Sunday, July 29, 2012
Thai Port 1-1 Army United
Army defender Alessandro Alves played a major part in both goals as Thai Port and Army United fought out a 1-1 draw.
There was obviously some bad blood left from the encounter a fortnight ago as the game burst into life on 20 minutes. Alex Ruella was the chief culprit as players from both sides got involved in an unnecessary bout of chest puffing. The over meticulios referee surprisingly kept his cards in his pocket as play eventually continued.
The best chance of the half though was squandered by former Kilmarnock and Swindon Town striker Danny Invincible when he miscued a header with the goal beckoning.
It was the home side that took the lead on the hour when Ruella set up Olof Watson to shoot past the stranded keeper between the Army sticks. It's debatable whether the strike would have gone in had it not been deflected off the unfortunate Alves.
Within seven minutes, Alves made amends as he was set up by his central defensive partner Chaiwat inside the box to level despite the unconvincing Wanlop getting a hand to the Brazilian's shot.
There was no real further action to report as the game predictably headed towards a draw.
The match stats state that Thai Port had more shots and corners than their guests but on reflection I don't really recall Kosin in the Army goal having too many saves to make. I'd say a draw was a fair outcome as Army extended their unbeaten TPL run to 10 matches to remain in sixth place while Thai Port stay in 14th just two points above the drop zone.
There was obviously some bad blood left from the encounter a fortnight ago as the game burst into life on 20 minutes. Alex Ruella was the chief culprit as players from both sides got involved in an unnecessary bout of chest puffing. The over meticulios referee surprisingly kept his cards in his pocket as play eventually continued.
The best chance of the half though was squandered by former Kilmarnock and Swindon Town striker Danny Invincible when he miscued a header with the goal beckoning.
It was the home side that took the lead on the hour when Ruella set up Olof Watson to shoot past the stranded keeper between the Army sticks. It's debatable whether the strike would have gone in had it not been deflected off the unfortunate Alves.
Within seven minutes, Alves made amends as he was set up by his central defensive partner Chaiwat inside the box to level despite the unconvincing Wanlop getting a hand to the Brazilian's shot.
There was no real further action to report as the game predictably headed towards a draw.
The match stats state that Thai Port had more shots and corners than their guests but on reflection I don't really recall Kosin in the Army goal having too many saves to make. I'd say a draw was a fair outcome as Army extended their unbeaten TPL run to 10 matches to remain in sixth place while Thai Port stay in 14th just two points above the drop zone.
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Thai Port 0-0 Wuachon United
Thai Port and Wuachon United played out a tame goalless draw at the PAT Stadium.
Korean, Whoo Hyun, almost gave the hosts an early lead but his close range header was finely saved by Wuachon goalkeeper Chayoot.
Port had another great chance on the half hour mark but Mario Cesar Da Silva couldn't connect from inches out after a free kick had been parried into his path by the visitor's keeper.
The first half was becoming a tale of set pieces and central defenders as Wuachon's Kone Seydou got into the act when his header stuck woodwork as the interval loomed.
In the second half, Wuachon had more shots at goal although the majority of them were wildly off target. The closest the Fighting Bulls came was minutes from the end when Aron da Silva was whiskers away from grabbing a late winner.
On the whole, a draw was a fair result. Port had some decent build up play but the lack of options in the box was alarming at times. Thai Port have gone almost six hours of football now without a TPL goal with the last one being Sarawut's strike against Buriram United. The arrival of Anusak and the return from injury of Alex Ruella will surely help matters. As for Wuachon, they certainly tried to win the game rather than sitting back for a point. They didn't play particularly well yet they showed enough to suggest that they'll comfortably finish in the top half of the league.
Korean, Whoo Hyun, almost gave the hosts an early lead but his close range header was finely saved by Wuachon goalkeeper Chayoot.
Port had another great chance on the half hour mark but Mario Cesar Da Silva couldn't connect from inches out after a free kick had been parried into his path by the visitor's keeper.
The first half was becoming a tale of set pieces and central defenders as Wuachon's Kone Seydou got into the act when his header stuck woodwork as the interval loomed.
In the second half, Wuachon had more shots at goal although the majority of them were wildly off target. The closest the Fighting Bulls came was minutes from the end when Aron da Silva was whiskers away from grabbing a late winner.
On the whole, a draw was a fair result. Port had some decent build up play but the lack of options in the box was alarming at times. Thai Port have gone almost six hours of football now without a TPL goal with the last one being Sarawut's strike against Buriram United. The arrival of Anusak and the return from injury of Alex Ruella will surely help matters. As for Wuachon, they certainly tried to win the game rather than sitting back for a point. They didn't play particularly well yet they showed enough to suggest that they'll comfortably finish in the top half of the league.
Sunday, July 15, 2012
Army United 1-0 Thai Port
Danny Invincible scored with a header 10 minutes from time as Army United ground out a 1-0 victory over relegation threatened Thai Port.
Bjorn Lindemann spurned a great chance for Army as he scooped over the bar from close in as the first half passed by in unspectacular fashion.
After the break, Army's most likely route to goal appeared to be from set pieces yet it was Kosin in the host's goal who had to make two blocks from Bawe and Thongchai as the game finally came to life in the last quarter.
Army, though, finally got the breakthrough when Tony Costa crossed from the left for Invincible to fire a header home.
The game turned ugly towards the end as a clash between Mario Silva and Danny Invincible produced a scuffle on the near touchline. There appeared to have been a couple of slaps thrown although the intervening match officials and coaching staff did just enough to stop a mass brawl erupting.
Defeat leaves Thai Port just two points above safety whilst Army, who remain unbeaten in seven league games, remain sixth but more notably move to within three points of second placed Buriram United.
Bjorn Lindemann spurned a great chance for Army as he scooped over the bar from close in as the first half passed by in unspectacular fashion.
After the break, Army's most likely route to goal appeared to be from set pieces yet it was Kosin in the host's goal who had to make two blocks from Bawe and Thongchai as the game finally came to life in the last quarter.
Army, though, finally got the breakthrough when Tony Costa crossed from the left for Invincible to fire a header home.
The game turned ugly towards the end as a clash between Mario Silva and Danny Invincible produced a scuffle on the near touchline. There appeared to have been a couple of slaps thrown although the intervening match officials and coaching staff did just enough to stop a mass brawl erupting.
Defeat leaves Thai Port just two points above safety whilst Army, who remain unbeaten in seven league games, remain sixth but more notably move to within three points of second placed Buriram United.
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Thai Port 2-1 Buriram United
Two early strikes from Thai Port helped ease their relegation worries and consigned Buriram United to a first away TPL defeat of the season.
The Klong Toei side started with a positive line-up and it paid dividends as they were two up after a quarter of an hour.
The first goal was scored when Whoo Hyun slotted home after a free kick from the left wasn't cleared in nine minutes, and Sarawut finished off with his left peg following an intricate pass as the hosts coasted into an unexpected early 2-0 lead.
Buriram seemed a bit lethargic and the closest they came to a goal in the opening period was a Suriya shot which was blocked by Wanlop's leg.
The second half fightback from the Thunder Castle never materialized and Wanlop in the Thai Port goal was never really stretched. Buriram did however grab a consolation deep into injury time when Theerathon smartly netted a penalty kick. It was too little too late as Port held on for a memorable victory.
It was certainly a day of contrasts as I reckon that's the best Thai Port performance that I've seen since the 2010 Toyota League Cup Final which also coincidentally finished with Thai Port beating Buriram PEA 2-1. Today Port just looked that bit sharper as their players continually closed down opponents and defended stoutly against a weary Buriram United. The TPL champions lacked creativity and the amount of misplaced passes must have been alarming for the coaching staff sat on the Buriram bench.
The Klong Toei side started with a positive line-up and it paid dividends as they were two up after a quarter of an hour.
The first goal was scored when Whoo Hyun slotted home after a free kick from the left wasn't cleared in nine minutes, and Sarawut finished off with his left peg following an intricate pass as the hosts coasted into an unexpected early 2-0 lead.
Buriram seemed a bit lethargic and the closest they came to a goal in the opening period was a Suriya shot which was blocked by Wanlop's leg.
The second half fightback from the Thunder Castle never materialized and Wanlop in the Thai Port goal was never really stretched. Buriram did however grab a consolation deep into injury time when Theerathon smartly netted a penalty kick. It was too little too late as Port held on for a memorable victory.
It was certainly a day of contrasts as I reckon that's the best Thai Port performance that I've seen since the 2010 Toyota League Cup Final which also coincidentally finished with Thai Port beating Buriram PEA 2-1. Today Port just looked that bit sharper as their players continually closed down opponents and defended stoutly against a weary Buriram United. The TPL champions lacked creativity and the amount of misplaced passes must have been alarming for the coaching staff sat on the Buriram bench.
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
BBCU 1-3 Thai Port
Two late goals from Thai Port claimed a vital three points as they defeated BBCU 3-1 at the Rajamangala Stadium.
Jean Marc Beyeme, in the BBCU goal, had to be alert in the first 20 minutes to tip a long swerving shot from Thongchai over the bar, and then a free kick by the newly introduced sub, Alex Ruella, around the post.
It was then Wanlop's turn to be called into action as his foot blocked from Mongkol, and a few minutes afterwards he made an excellent low save after Jacob Aikionbare had neatly set himself up.
Shortly before the break, the goalkeeping baton was passed back to Beyeme as he blocked a Ba-We volley inside the six yard box.
The first goal of the game came on 59 minutes when Thai Port were awarded a penalty after an elaborate flick from Watson sent Sarawut on his way. With the advancing keeper approaching, there was only going to be one outcome as the pair collided at the edge of the box, and the referee duly obliged by pointing to the spot. Watson made no mistakes from the penalty kick to make it 1-0.
Within a couple of minutes the Big Bang levelled as ex Port striker, Jacob Aikionbare, knocked in a parried shot by Wanlop to level matters.
In the 84th minute, Kim Ba-We beat the offside trap to cut back for Ruella to score with a diving header.
The game was wrapped up three minutes later as as free kick from the left was knocked in of the knee off BBCU's Wiratrot to make it 3-1 to the Klong Toei side.
Jean Marc Beyeme, in the BBCU goal, had to be alert in the first 20 minutes to tip a long swerving shot from Thongchai over the bar, and then a free kick by the newly introduced sub, Alex Ruella, around the post.
It was then Wanlop's turn to be called into action as his foot blocked from Mongkol, and a few minutes afterwards he made an excellent low save after Jacob Aikionbare had neatly set himself up.
Shortly before the break, the goalkeeping baton was passed back to Beyeme as he blocked a Ba-We volley inside the six yard box.
The first goal of the game came on 59 minutes when Thai Port were awarded a penalty after an elaborate flick from Watson sent Sarawut on his way. With the advancing keeper approaching, there was only going to be one outcome as the pair collided at the edge of the box, and the referee duly obliged by pointing to the spot. Watson made no mistakes from the penalty kick to make it 1-0.
Within a couple of minutes the Big Bang levelled as ex Port striker, Jacob Aikionbare, knocked in a parried shot by Wanlop to level matters.
In the 84th minute, Kim Ba-We beat the offside trap to cut back for Ruella to score with a diving header.
The game was wrapped up three minutes later as as free kick from the left was knocked in of the knee off BBCU's Wiratrot to make it 3-1 to the Klong Toei side.
Saturday, June 2, 2012
Thai Port 0-1 Esan United
Thai Port slumped to their seventh defeat of the season as they lost 1-0 at home to Esan United.
The only goal of the game was scored after barely a few minutes when Wuttichai pounced on a Wanlop fumble to nod in on the goal line after the ball returned to him off the crossbar. The goal was greeted with virtual silence as only a handful of Esan wags (presumably) and two guys wearing pink shirts applauded.
Esan's top scorer, Tana, came close to doubling the lead a few minutes later when his shot shaved the top of the bar.
For the second home game in a row, Port's coach, Adul, made a double substitution in the first half as Bawe and Olan were hooked after 37 minutes and replaced with Alex Ruella and Kiatjareon.
The introduction of the pair of subs sparked the hosts into life as Munze got down well to palm Alex Ruella's shot around the post and Steven Robb had a couple of efforts that went marginally wide.
Esan United sat back in the second half and invited the Klong Toei side to attack them. For the most, Thai Port huffed and puffed without ever really threatening to break the Esan rearguard down. The closest they came to a goal was 10 minutes from the end when Kiatjareon fluffed a free header in the box after a cross from the right.
The game finished 1-0 as Ulrich Munze collected the hero to zero award of the day as he dramatically fell to his knees to celebrate Esan's victory. Before the game started, the ex-Thai Port keeper received a warm reception from the home support but his unnecessary keepie-uppies in the first half after a weak Thai Port shot, and a series of feignied injuries irked the Klong Toei Army. As Munze`left the field he gestured towards the fans behind the goal and then security had to get in between himself and Alex Ruella as the pair nearly came to blows.
The win moved Esan temporarily into ninth place and seven points away from the relegation zone. As for Thai Port, there seemed to be an air of resignation at full time as the fans slowly trooped out of the PAT stadium. Unless they make some good acquisitions in the forthcoming transfer window, it will most likely be first division football for Thai Port in 2013.
The only goal of the game was scored after barely a few minutes when Wuttichai pounced on a Wanlop fumble to nod in on the goal line after the ball returned to him off the crossbar. The goal was greeted with virtual silence as only a handful of Esan wags (presumably) and two guys wearing pink shirts applauded.
Esan's top scorer, Tana, came close to doubling the lead a few minutes later when his shot shaved the top of the bar.
For the second home game in a row, Port's coach, Adul, made a double substitution in the first half as Bawe and Olan were hooked after 37 minutes and replaced with Alex Ruella and Kiatjareon.
The introduction of the pair of subs sparked the hosts into life as Munze got down well to palm Alex Ruella's shot around the post and Steven Robb had a couple of efforts that went marginally wide.
Esan United sat back in the second half and invited the Klong Toei side to attack them. For the most, Thai Port huffed and puffed without ever really threatening to break the Esan rearguard down. The closest they came to a goal was 10 minutes from the end when Kiatjareon fluffed a free header in the box after a cross from the right.
The game finished 1-0 as Ulrich Munze collected the hero to zero award of the day as he dramatically fell to his knees to celebrate Esan's victory. Before the game started, the ex-Thai Port keeper received a warm reception from the home support but his unnecessary keepie-uppies in the first half after a weak Thai Port shot, and a series of feignied injuries irked the Klong Toei Army. As Munze`left the field he gestured towards the fans behind the goal and then security had to get in between himself and Alex Ruella as the pair nearly came to blows.
The win moved Esan temporarily into ninth place and seven points away from the relegation zone. As for Thai Port, there seemed to be an air of resignation at full time as the fans slowly trooped out of the PAT stadium. Unless they make some good acquisitions in the forthcoming transfer window, it will most likely be first division football for Thai Port in 2013.
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
TOT 1-1 Thai Port
It was a point apiece in Cheang Wattana as TOT came from behind for a well deserved 1-1 draw with Thai Port.
Steven Robb's late inclusion in the Thai Port starting 11 was either a tactical piece of genius or a fortuitous piece of luck as the Scot opened the scoring a minute before the break as he turned in the box to finish off a neat pass from Olof Watson.
On reflection of the first half, TOT must have been bewildered how they went into the dressing room a goal behind as they had five or six good opportunities to score. Their chances either went narrowly wide or Wanlop was making routine saves look spectacular.
Thai Port appeared to be dealing comfortably with TOT in the second period, but that changed when Thai Port substituted their lucky piece of Scottish heather. Within a minute of Robb's departure, TOT levelled when a through ball from Takahiro via Bas Savage was flicked home off the outside of Thanakorn's boot.
From that moment on it always seemed a draw was the destined outcome although Alex Ruella's shot flew inches wide for Port while Pichit's long shot clipped the bar for TOT.
I'm sure when TOT review the attempts on goal stats, they'll rue the fact that they didn't win this game. If they'd had the craftsmanship of Diego Walsh, it could have been a different story as the Brazilian wasn't playing tonight. For Thai Port, it was a valuable point for them but with Isan United smacking BEC 4-0, it makes their encounter with Isan on Saturday a must for three points.
Steven Robb's late inclusion in the Thai Port starting 11 was either a tactical piece of genius or a fortuitous piece of luck as the Scot opened the scoring a minute before the break as he turned in the box to finish off a neat pass from Olof Watson.
On reflection of the first half, TOT must have been bewildered how they went into the dressing room a goal behind as they had five or six good opportunities to score. Their chances either went narrowly wide or Wanlop was making routine saves look spectacular.
Thai Port appeared to be dealing comfortably with TOT in the second period, but that changed when Thai Port substituted their lucky piece of Scottish heather. Within a minute of Robb's departure, TOT levelled when a through ball from Takahiro via Bas Savage was flicked home off the outside of Thanakorn's boot.
From that moment on it always seemed a draw was the destined outcome although Alex Ruella's shot flew inches wide for Port while Pichit's long shot clipped the bar for TOT.
I'm sure when TOT review the attempts on goal stats, they'll rue the fact that they didn't win this game. If they'd had the craftsmanship of Diego Walsh, it could have been a different story as the Brazilian wasn't playing tonight. For Thai Port, it was a valuable point for them but with Isan United smacking BEC 4-0, it makes their encounter with Isan on Saturday a must for three points.
Sunday, May 20, 2012
Bangkok Glass 4-0 Thai Port
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The Glass Rabbits came out the traps fairly swiftly with Flavian Michelini forcing Wanlop into an early save and good link-up play between Ajayi and Chatree made the same keeper produce an excellent save with his left foot.
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As the second half progressed, it appeared that Thai Port had set their stall out to to defend their 0-0 and nick a point. Their plan seemed to be going well but as soon as BG introduced Saruta and Anawin the home side's attacking game moved up a level.
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On 65 minutes a corner from the left pinballed around the Thai Port 6 yard box before Samual Ajayi eventually knocked it in for the opener.
Within two minutes, the Klong Toei side were reduced to 10 men when Termchai was ordered off after he needlessly kicked a BG player on the back of the legs.
With 15 minutes left on the clock, it was game over as second half substitute, Anawin, was allowed VIP access to stroll through the Thai Port defence to knock the ball into the empty net.
After that, it was just a case of how many Glass would score and Chatree and Peerapong compounded Port's misery in the dying minutes netting tap-ins.
The win moved BG up to second but I'm still not convinced they have enough about them to win the TPL. Thai Port were adequate in the first half but if they are going to sit back like they did in the second half, then they need to learn how to defend. The defending for a couple of the goals was shocking!!
Sunday, May 6, 2012
Thai Port 0-2 BEC Tero Sasana
Two second half goals from Chanatip Songkrasin were the difference between the sides as BEC Tero won the downtown Bangkok derby 2-0.
The first goal credited to Chanatip on 69 minutes was debatable as his shot took a wicked deflection off Mario Cesar to beat the wrong footed Wanlop in the Thai Port goal. There was no doubting who scored the second as Chanatip raced from his own half in injury time to score Tero's second with barely a challenge from a Port defender.
Before the goals it had been a fairly uneventful contest with the closest to a goal coming shortly after the interval when Wanlop had to make a point blank block with his foot from Korakod.
Pisan in the BEC goal had a quiet afternoon as Thai Port's 4-5-1 formation never threatened despite the fact that Tero's backline looked slightly shaky at times. BEC Tero will be happy with the result even though they weren't at their best. The Fire Dragons have now won five in a row and sit proudly in 3rd place. Next weekend they face unbeaten Bangkok Glass in a testing match at the Thephasadin Stadium.
The first goal credited to Chanatip on 69 minutes was debatable as his shot took a wicked deflection off Mario Cesar to beat the wrong footed Wanlop in the Thai Port goal. There was no doubting who scored the second as Chanatip raced from his own half in injury time to score Tero's second with barely a challenge from a Port defender.
Before the goals it had been a fairly uneventful contest with the closest to a goal coming shortly after the interval when Wanlop had to make a point blank block with his foot from Korakod.
Pisan in the BEC goal had a quiet afternoon as Thai Port's 4-5-1 formation never threatened despite the fact that Tero's backline looked slightly shaky at times. BEC Tero will be happy with the result even though they weren't at their best. The Fire Dragons have now won five in a row and sit proudly in 3rd place. Next weekend they face unbeaten Bangkok Glass in a testing match at the Thephasadin Stadium.
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Thai Port 0-1 Police United
Police United won their first game of the season as they kept Thai Port rooted to the foot of the TPL table.
The gloomy gray skies surrounding the PAT Stadium during the game reflected the mood of the home fans throughout and they vented their feelings at the final whistle after another meek performance saw Thai Port lose their fourth consecutive game of the season.
The first half was largely forgettable, but it improved after half-time as Police upped the tempo. Surachart could easily have broken the deadlock twice shortly after the break. His first attempt was blasted over the bar with only the keeper to beat, and his second effort was tipped onto the post by Wanlop.
Police had been the better side and they were rewarded on 72 minutes when Leandro slotted home a pass from the right to net Police United's first goal this season.
As the game was drawing to a close, there were three sending offs within the space of a few minutes. The first to go for an early bath was Thai Port's Kiatjaroen for two yellows and he was closely followed by his teammate, Ittipol, for a similar offence to reduce the homeside to 9 men. The referee obviously fancied doing some after match paperwork as he dismissed Police United's Jerry Amara with a straight red (I think) in the final moments.
In between all the dismissals, Steven Robb's slided effort was denied an equalizer by the Police keeper, Patarakorn, and Pokkhao of Police missed a sitter from yards out after Wanlop had produced a smart save.
As the match finished, Mario Cesar was desperately baying for a handball in the area from the final play of the game.
As mentioned earlier, the final whistle was greeted with cries of "ork bai" by the Klong Toei army towards the clubs owners/management. The latest rumour tonight is that Piyakul Kaewnamkang has resigned as Thai Port head coach and Adul Luekijna has stepped into the role.
The gloomy gray skies surrounding the PAT Stadium during the game reflected the mood of the home fans throughout and they vented their feelings at the final whistle after another meek performance saw Thai Port lose their fourth consecutive game of the season.
The first half was largely forgettable, but it improved after half-time as Police upped the tempo. Surachart could easily have broken the deadlock twice shortly after the break. His first attempt was blasted over the bar with only the keeper to beat, and his second effort was tipped onto the post by Wanlop.
Police had been the better side and they were rewarded on 72 minutes when Leandro slotted home a pass from the right to net Police United's first goal this season.
As the game was drawing to a close, there were three sending offs within the space of a few minutes. The first to go for an early bath was Thai Port's Kiatjaroen for two yellows and he was closely followed by his teammate, Ittipol, for a similar offence to reduce the homeside to 9 men. The referee obviously fancied doing some after match paperwork as he dismissed Police United's Jerry Amara with a straight red (I think) in the final moments.
In between all the dismissals, Steven Robb's slided effort was denied an equalizer by the Police keeper, Patarakorn, and Pokkhao of Police missed a sitter from yards out after Wanlop had produced a smart save.
As the match finished, Mario Cesar was desperately baying for a handball in the area from the final play of the game.
As mentioned earlier, the final whistle was greeted with cries of "ork bai" by the Klong Toei army towards the clubs owners/management. The latest rumour tonight is that Piyakul Kaewnamkang has resigned as Thai Port head coach and Adul Luekijna has stepped into the role.
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Toyota League Cup Final - Thai Port 0-2 Buriram PEA
Buriram PEA claimed the domestic treble after overcoming Thai Port at the Supachalasai Stadium in Bangkok.
The downpour shortly before kickoff wasn't going to dampen Buriram's day although the sodden pitch did cause players of both sides to slip and slide making the game slightly farcical at times.
The opening goal came on 21 minutes when a left-footed inswinging free-kick from Rangsan curled into the top corner. It was probably meant as a cross but the quality of the delivery perhaps exposed the 178cm Thai Port keeper's lack of height as the ball sailed over him.
Thai Port fought hard for the 90 minutes but were unable to test Sivaruk in the Buriram goal.
With time running out, Buriram PEA sealed the contest deep into injury time. As Thai Port sent everyone upfield to press for an equalizer, Clarence Bintang broke from inside his own half and coolly trundled the ball into the vacant net from about 45 yards out.
Buriram weren't at their best today but they seemed to have that bit extra in their locker. It was a deserved win for the Thunder Castle and they'll be back at the Supachalasai in 2 weeks to face the Japanese side, Vegalta Sendai, in the Toyota Premier Cup.
It was a brave effort from the Khlong Toei side, but with lack of striking options it was always going to be a tough call to overcome PEA. The young lad Sarawut ran his socks off but he was plowing a lone furrow upfront for most of the game. The newly named Port FC now have to focus on next season and start finding replacements for the departing members from the squad. For me, the priority is to improve the spine of the team. A powerful leader at centre half is needed, a creative midfielder in the centre of the park, and a striker that will bag at least 15 goals a season. It should be an eventful 6 weeks at the PAT as Port FC prepare for their season opener yet again at Chonburi.
The downpour shortly before kickoff wasn't going to dampen Buriram's day although the sodden pitch did cause players of both sides to slip and slide making the game slightly farcical at times.
The opening goal came on 21 minutes when a left-footed inswinging free-kick from Rangsan curled into the top corner. It was probably meant as a cross but the quality of the delivery perhaps exposed the 178cm Thai Port keeper's lack of height as the ball sailed over him.
Thai Port fought hard for the 90 minutes but were unable to test Sivaruk in the Buriram goal.
With time running out, Buriram PEA sealed the contest deep into injury time. As Thai Port sent everyone upfield to press for an equalizer, Clarence Bintang broke from inside his own half and coolly trundled the ball into the vacant net from about 45 yards out.
Buriram weren't at their best today but they seemed to have that bit extra in their locker. It was a deserved win for the Thunder Castle and they'll be back at the Supachalasai in 2 weeks to face the Japanese side, Vegalta Sendai, in the Toyota Premier Cup.
It was a brave effort from the Khlong Toei side, but with lack of striking options it was always going to be a tough call to overcome PEA. The young lad Sarawut ran his socks off but he was plowing a lone furrow upfront for most of the game. The newly named Port FC now have to focus on next season and start finding replacements for the departing members from the squad. For me, the priority is to improve the spine of the team. A powerful leader at centre half is needed, a creative midfielder in the centre of the park, and a striker that will bag at least 15 goals a season. It should be an eventful 6 weeks at the PAT as Port FC prepare for their season opener yet again at Chonburi.
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Toyota League Cup Final - Thai Port v Buriram PEA (Preview)
It's take two for the 2011 Toyota League Cup Final as the first scheduled match was postponed back in October due to the critical flooding situation north of the capital. It will be a rerun of last season's final as the holders, Thai Port, take on this season's league and FA Cup double winners, Buriram PEA. Last season, Port caused a minor upset when they beat PEA 2-1. This time around it would be seen as a major upset if Buriram failed to complete the domestic treble and Thai Port reclaimed the cup.
Buriram have had a fantastic season lifting the TPL trophy with ease (not literally) and overcoming bitter rivals Muangthong United in the FA Cup final. The squad has been blended together by coach Attapol with experienced Thai pros and skillful youngsters mostly from Africa. The two African lads at the back, Ekwalla Herman and Florent Obama have built a solid partnership while the tricky Frank Acheampong and the 2012 TPL leading scorer, Franck Ohandza, have grabbed all the headlines upfront.
Over in Khlong Toei it's been a season of turmoil despite the fact that Thai Port finished in a very creditable 7th place in the TPL. The boardroom troubles have been well documented and it's common knowledge in Thai football that the playing staff haven't been paid for months.
On the field Port have struggled for goals all season without any natural goalscorer in their squad and a blow was dealt midway through the season when coach Sasom and 4 Thai first team regulars departed for Buriram FC. More woes have hit the club in the last few weeks as the improving Mongkol and Todsapol have been snapped up by Muangthong, while foreigners Munze, Moise, Jacob and Kim Dong Chan have all been let go. Rumour has it that all the released players should be available to play in the final. We won't know for sure until the teams lineup for the final on Saturday evening.
The winners of the Toyota League Cup will pocket 5M Baht and will soon be back in action to meet Japanese clubside Vegalta Sendai in the Toyota Cup on 18th February.
EDIT: Thai Port players have seemingly received their back dated pay this morning. That will be a welcome boost for players' morale.
Buriram have had a fantastic season lifting the TPL trophy with ease (not literally) and overcoming bitter rivals Muangthong United in the FA Cup final. The squad has been blended together by coach Attapol with experienced Thai pros and skillful youngsters mostly from Africa. The two African lads at the back, Ekwalla Herman and Florent Obama have built a solid partnership while the tricky Frank Acheampong and the 2012 TPL leading scorer, Franck Ohandza, have grabbed all the headlines upfront.
Over in Khlong Toei it's been a season of turmoil despite the fact that Thai Port finished in a very creditable 7th place in the TPL. The boardroom troubles have been well documented and it's common knowledge in Thai football that the playing staff haven't been paid for months.
On the field Port have struggled for goals all season without any natural goalscorer in their squad and a blow was dealt midway through the season when coach Sasom and 4 Thai first team regulars departed for Buriram FC. More woes have hit the club in the last few weeks as the improving Mongkol and Todsapol have been snapped up by Muangthong, while foreigners Munze, Moise, Jacob and Kim Dong Chan have all been let go. Rumour has it that all the released players should be available to play in the final. We won't know for sure until the teams lineup for the final on Saturday evening.
The winners of the Toyota League Cup will pocket 5M Baht and will soon be back in action to meet Japanese clubside Vegalta Sendai in the Toyota Cup on 18th February.
EDIT: Thai Port players have seemingly received their back dated pay this morning. That will be a welcome boost for players' morale.
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Thai Port 1-3 Sriracha
An Aron Da Silva hat-trick kept Sriracha's survival hopes alive as they beat a lackluster Thai Port side at the PAT Stadium.
Da Silva's first came shortly before the half hour mark as he beat the offside trap to slot the ball past Wanlop who had advanced from his area.
Fifteen minutes later, the Brazilian doubled the lead as he headed home a Lopes cross as the away side cruised into the half time break with a two goal advantage.
Shortly into the second half it was game over Da Silva notched his hat-trick after the Thai Port defence seemed to switch off inside their own box.
The deficit was reduced twenty minutes from time when Phudit nodded home from close range. The goal from Port was only a brief glimpse of hope as the Blue Marlins comfortably saw out the game.
Sriracha now need to win their last two games against Muangthong and Navy and hope that Samut Songkhram beat Navy and TOT. Also they need Police and BEC Tero to take points off TOT.
Attendance: 1,634
Da Silva's first came shortly before the half hour mark as he beat the offside trap to slot the ball past Wanlop who had advanced from his area.
Fifteen minutes later, the Brazilian doubled the lead as he headed home a Lopes cross as the away side cruised into the half time break with a two goal advantage.
Shortly into the second half it was game over Da Silva notched his hat-trick after the Thai Port defence seemed to switch off inside their own box.
The deficit was reduced twenty minutes from time when Phudit nodded home from close range. The goal from Port was only a brief glimpse of hope as the Blue Marlins comfortably saw out the game.
Sriracha now need to win their last two games against Muangthong and Navy and hope that Samut Songkhram beat Navy and TOT. Also they need Police and BEC Tero to take points off TOT.
Attendance: 1,634
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Thai Port 3-1 Police United
Thai Port won an evenly fought contest over Police United 3-1 at the PAT Stadium.
For the first 30 minutes this game looked like a pre-season friendly as the Saturday afternoon crowd slowly trickled into the stadium.
The breakthrough came on 36 minutes with an individual goal from Steven Robb. The Scot easily beat the Police right back and then struck a left foot shot past Sompong at his near post.
Robb was again involved for the second Port goal on 51 minutes as his pinpoint cross was met with a neat diving header from Sarawut.
The two goal advantage for the home side was shortly lived as Tanat pulled one back when his shot deflected off Mario past Wanlop into the roof of the net.
The Pathumthani side then pressed for an equalizer but they were undone 15 minutes from time when shoddy marking allowed Todsapol to head home a Worawut free kick.
Attendance: 1,635
For the first 30 minutes this game looked like a pre-season friendly as the Saturday afternoon crowd slowly trickled into the stadium.
The breakthrough came on 36 minutes with an individual goal from Steven Robb. The Scot easily beat the Police right back and then struck a left foot shot past Sompong at his near post.
Robb was again involved for the second Port goal on 51 minutes as his pinpoint cross was met with a neat diving header from Sarawut.
The two goal advantage for the home side was shortly lived as Tanat pulled one back when his shot deflected off Mario past Wanlop into the roof of the net.
The Pathumthani side then pressed for an equalizer but they were undone 15 minutes from time when shoddy marking allowed Todsapol to head home a Worawut free kick.
Attendance: 1,635
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