Sunday, April 19, 2009

Simply Fantastic...

HAIL TO CHELSEA AND GUS HIDDINK! What a wonderful week for Chelsea and Gus Hiddink as the club secured two spots for Champions League semifinal and FA Cup final. Chelsea's revival under the management of Gus Hiddink was trully magnificant. Drogba and Malouda have discovered their "old" forms courtersy of Hiddink's trust and believe on them. Drogba is a fantastic and fast striker; he always keep trying and trying to score. Drogba is a "impact player" for Chelsea along with Chelsea's talisman "Frank Lampard" and hitman "Nicholas Anelka." I have watched several Olympic Lyon matches in Champions League; Malouda was dangerous when he was in-field. His partnership with Lyon's current captain, Juninho was feared by the opposing teams.

Gus Hiddink

Chelsea manager, Luis Pelipe Scholari wasn't a bad manager either but his inabililty to communicate and trusting his players has caused him to lose his job. Chelsea has a wonderful start with the trashing of Portsmouth and Bordeaux in Premier League and Champions League openers. Chelsea hitman "Nicholas Anelka" has scored more than anyone else in the Premier League. However, Chelsea performance depleted as they lost their 4 years record of undefeated at home ground. Chelsea was beaten badly by the Manchester United, Liverpool and Arsenal. The club was eliminated from Carling Club, and struggled to qualifify for the second round in the Champions League.

Chelsea's Squad

Champions League Quarterfinal

The match between Chelsea and Liverpool ended with 4-4 draw but Chelsea managed to cruise through with 7-5 aggregate. The main concern during that night was Cech's performance. He conceded "easy goals" during the match and the previous match against Bolton. Liverpool was a better team that night, but the absence of Steven Gerrard was the crucial factor for their exit.

Pepe Reina and Lampard's Goal

Hiddink and Rafa

FA Cup Semifinal

Again, Cech made an error that allowed Walcott to score an early goal for Arsenal. However, Chelsea managed to make a comeback with two goals scored by Malouda and Drogba. Arsenal wasn't in a good form with the absence of several key players and Fabiaski's blunder that allowed Chelsea to go through.

Wenger and Hiddink

Fabiaski's Blunder

There are tough opponents ahead with the mighty Barcelona in Champions League semis, and either Everton or Manchester United in FA Cup final. CHELSEA! GOOD LUCK!


Wednesday, April 1, 2009

April Fool

I'm wishing everyone a "Happy April Fool Day"!!! Watch out! Someone may play pranks on you... Hehehehehe...

Calito's Way

Everybody is crazy playing Mafia Wars in Facebook including myself. Players attack, kill and rob one another. Players buy new weapons and properties to improve their powers and positions. Players gather members to strengthen their attacking and defensive powers. It is an addictive game.
Carlito's Way Poster

Carlito, Gail and Klienfield

Last week, I watched a mafia movie called "Carlito's Way" about an ex-Cuban mafia named Carlito (Al Pacino, one of my favourite actor). It was an interesting movie about the life of Carlito after he was released from the prison with the help of his close friend, and lawyer, Dave Kleinfeld (Sean Penn). Carlito tried to "escape" from the mafia's world but he couldn't. In confusion, he searched for his long lost lover, Gail (Penelope Ann Miller), who trusted and cared for him. Because of that, he was determined to collect money and ran away from the mafia's world together with Gail. However, Kleinfield and Pachanga (Luis Gazman) betrayals have destroyed his dream to live peacefully with Gail. In the end, he was shot by Benny Blanco; his admirer and enemy.

Benny Blanco, Pachanga and Carlito

The story has a sad ending, but seriously, it's worth watching. I really like the ending theme "You Are So Beautiful" by John Cocker or Billy Preston. It's a great song.

Friday, March 20, 2009

Another Liverpool-Chelsea Clash!!!!!!

WHAT A DRAW!!!! Chelsea will face Liverpool "strong forces" for the fifth consecutive seasons in the Champions League competition. Tougher opponent will await the winner of the match; either Barcelona or Bayern Munich (La Liga and Bunderliga Giants).

Meanwhile, Manchester United will face "easier opponents"; Porto, Arsenal and Villarreal who struggle to get into the semis.

For the record; Liverpool, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Manchester United, and Porto had won the Champions League title. Only Chelsea (last year finalist), Arsenal and Villarreal had never won the prestige title.

Yet, records are just records. Anything can happen in football. Never forget that....


Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Road to Treble...

Congratulations to English teams' (Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and Arsenal) advance to the semifinal of Champions League; the heart-beating "great European football" in Turin, "clash of Titans" in Old Trafford, "trashing of the Giant" by Liverpool in Anfield and heart-breaking "penalty shots" in Rome (the venue for Champions League Final).

Chelsea is aiming for treble this season (Champions League, Premierships, and FA Cup). Manchester United is one of the biggest rivals that can crush Chelsea's dream of wining those three major titles. Liverpool is another "stubborn" contender for the Champions League and Premierships titles. The trashing of Real Madrid (0-4) and Manchester United (1-4) proves that Liverpool is the strongest team that Chelsea needs to beware of. Chelsea also must not underestimate Arsenal's power as one of the contenders. Arsenal is an unpredictable team with great firepowers (Van Persie, Bedtner, Eduardo, and Vela).

Chelsea's Premierships Glory

I am confident that Chelsea can still win those three titles under the new management, Gus Hiddink. The former PSV, South Korean, Australia and current Russian coach is capable to bring Chelsea to its former glories (while Chelsea is under the management of the "Special One" Jose Mourinho).

Gus Hiddink

This week matches are very crucial for the Big 4 + 1 (Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal + Aston Villa). Chelsea will face "valiant" neighbour, Tottenham Hotspurs as both teams are set for another "London Derby". Manchester United needs a win at Craven Cottage to boost back their "morale " after the trashing of another giant, Liverpool, who will entertain another major team, Aston Villa. Arsenal also needs a win to secure a place to Champions League.

Predictions
Spurs (0) vs Chelsea (1)
Fulham (0) vs Manchester United (2)
Liverpool (2) vs Aston Villa (1)
Newcastle United (0) vs Arsenal (2)

P/S: May Chelsea wins the game...

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Nobody listen anymore...
No matter what I say...
No matter what I do...

Nobody know how hard to be someone important, and make decision for the good of everyone...
Nobody says "Thank You" for everything I did...
Everything I did...
Nobody cares anymore...

Nobody care about my presence anymore...
It is better if I am not around...
Because I am nothing special...
Just an empty entity...

This is how I feel... About everything...

Missing Kiko...

Kiko had been missing for 2 weeks after he fell from the balcony and disappeared. My pregnant sister was very sad during his absent because Kiko was her favourite pet at home. Whenever she called or messaged, I knew that deep inside her heart; she was longing to have him back.

Kiko's Early Day

Kiko was no ordinary pet to us. Kiko was part of the family. He was "perfect substitute" for our loving "Gabriel" who passed away last year. I knew my sister's family was a bit depressed after the loss. But, Kiko's presence brought a glimpse of happiness to the family.

My last picture of Kiko

I'm missing Kiko too...