In a pulsating friendly encounter at BTB High School in Phnom Penh on 30 November 2024, Sunday Funday FC edged out KKFC with a narrow 4-3 victory. The match, which kicked off at 6:00pm, showcased a thrilling display of attacking football, with both teams demonstrating their prowess in front of goal.
Sunday Funday FC lined up in a 3-2-3-2 formation, designed to balance defensive solidity with attacking flair. Paul took his position as the goalkeeper, while Seng, Sid, and Semo formed a robust back three. In midfield, Egan and Fraser operated as central midfielders, tasked with linking play and providing support to the attacking trio. Dillon, Chhundy, and Kasper occupied the right, left, and central attacking midfield roles respectively, with Savannah and Ula leading the line as forwards, expected to exploit any defensive lapses from KKFC. The substitutes for Sunday Funday FC included Niklas Niklas, Louis, and Tinbros.
The match began with an explosive start, as Savannah opened the scoring for Sunday Funday FC in the 7th minute. The forward unleashed a powerful strike from outside the box with his right foot, leaving the KKFC goalkeeper with no chance. Just two minutes later, Ula capitalised on a defensive mistake from KKFC, doubling the lead with another right-footed effort from outside the area, putting Sunday Funday FC firmly in control.
As the first half progressed, KKFC struggled to find their rhythm, while Sunday Funday FC continued to press for more goals. However, the tide began to turn as the match approached half-time. In the 45th minute, Ula received a yellow card for a bad tackle, a moment that would prove pivotal as it added a layer of tension to the match. The first half concluded with Sunday Funday FC leading 2-0, but KKFC were still very much in the contest.
The second half saw KKFC come out with renewed determination, looking to claw back the deficit. However, it was Sunday Funday FC who struck first again, with Kasper scoring in the 65th minute. Following a well-executed team move, Kasper found the back of the net from close range, assisted by Niklas Niklas, extending the lead to 3-0.
KKFC finally found their footing and responded with urgency. They managed to pull one back, igniting hopes of a comeback. The match became increasingly frantic, with both teams exchanging chances. In the 80th minute, Ula showcased his skill once more, scoring a direct free-kick from close range, restoring Sunday Funday FC's three-goal cushion.
However, KKFC refused to back down and mounted a spirited fightback, scoring two quick goals in succession. The match reached a fever pitch as KKFC narrowed the gap to 4-3, leaving Sunday Funday FC to defend their lead fiercely in the dying moments of the game.
As the final whistle blew, Sunday Funday FC celebrated a hard-fought victory, while KKFC could take pride in their spirited performance. The match was a testament to the excitement and unpredictability of football, leaving fans eagerly anticipating their next encounter.
