Fernando Torres reels away in celebration after scoring the opener. Photo © Clive Mason/Getty Images

What a night!

Suddenly we’re back in the hunt, with “only” 4 points behind the Mancs, and Chelsea, who’s sitting pretty on top, were totally ignored, how a result can change one’s perception?

Not one week ago, we were doomed, with absolutely no chance in hell to be anywhere with a sniff of the title. However, with an emphatic win over the fiercest rival, everyone’s tune suddenly changed to one that hails Rafa as the master who tamed Fergie, 3 times in a row, in the last 3 time we met, when he was said to be on the verge of being dismissed as the manager of the club, and with everyone with a passing interest in the game offering their “expert opinion” on why Rafa is not suitable for the English Game, but with a win over the Mancs, we’re suddenly on the top of the world again? How a week can change things in football and how a win can change perception of these people faster than you say “you’ll never walk alone”.

Much has been said about the win, and much has been written about the win, and much analysis and rant has been said about the win, including one inaccurate rant by Fergie in claiming that the referee was biased towards Liverpool, which was a statement made without engaging his brain to say the least. If he thinks he can just shoots his mouth off after a lost where his own team were showing none of the urgency of a team with aspirations to in a match of such magnitude.

Perhaps Fergie bought into the media stories published throughout the week about how doomed our season was and how we are a 2 man team, without Gerrard and Torres, we would struggle and have no idea how to play. Obviously he did not take into account that we ALWAYS raise our game against them and this time, Nando even took a pain killing injection before playing, which justified the risk of playing him when he opened scoring, while running Vidic ragged all match.

With this win, it would obviously do our confidence a world of good, as many would’ve noticed, that we did not turn into a bad team overnight, just a little short on confidence, which caused the slump of a run with 4 straight defeats. Rafa would never allow that to extend to 5 matches and everyone raised their game that day.

From Agger who stop one stack before starting another by bringing the ball out of defence to Kuyt who was involved with everything we throw at them to Benayoun who are coming into age lately, turning into a vital first team player from a fringe player who was on the verge of being offloaded. Perhaps Babel could learn a thing or two from Benayoun, in letting his football do all the talking rather than rapping.

So where does this win puts us? From a side with no hope of being near to number 19 to the title favourites? NOT A CHANCE, it merely puts us 3 points higher than the week before, while stopping the Mancs from taking the points, at the same time, showing the rest of the premier league on how to beat the Mancs or at least how to make them sweat by exposing Vidic’s weakness in dealing with pace, or how Ferdinand is a shadow of his former self, perhaps this is one of the best times to be playing them, before they somehow pulled themselves together and grind out results again.

Those who knows me well would know that while I enjoyed this win, especially after such a slump, but it is the games against the smaller teams that we have to be careful of, with the game against Fulham to come, we cannot afford to let the momentum to slip as this would be the best chance to start a run of victories which would put us closer to the pacesetters and eventually capitalize when they slip up, which they will.

So, perhaps it is time to stop celebrating and start planning on the next match which is against Fulham, a very good team, with a shrewd manager in Roy Hodgson in charge, bringing the best in many of the previously underperforming Fulham players.

Make no mistake, this game is just as important as the one against Man U, if not more important, as this comes after a big win against the fiercest rival and 3 points is a paramount, anything less than that would be disaster for us.

For that, MyRAWK would be watching the Fulham game with the boys at George And The Dragon this weekend, and I hope to see each and everyone of you there, after all, if everyone goes into hiding after a run of losses (which no one should in the first place, whatever happens, we should wear the red shirt with pride), then we should come out in numbers in pushing the team through, willing the team on, leading and following the team in turning that corner and hopefully ultimately, celebrate with the team on the success that we all crave for, number 19.

Do drop by and say hi if you have yet to plan on where to watch the game as nothing beats watching the game with a bunch of hardcore reds who wants nothing but a win in every game. So, let’s stop celebrating and look forward to the next game against Fulham, maybe let’s celebrate a little more and then meet up for the Fulham match at George And The Dragon… See you there!

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* MyRAWK Gathering: Fulham vs Liverpool, Saturday 31st Oct. @ The George And Dragon, Bangsar Shopping Centre from 10pm onwards. Are YOU Red Enough? *

MyRAWKites Rocking It! Photo © Chris.

Those of you who joined us at the MyRAWK match viewing last night at Boiler Room in Sri Hartamas will attest to that.

The venue was packed, with many watching the game on their feet – cheering, booing and keeping the place lively throughout the match.

The emphatic 2-0 scoreline meant that Liverpool have now chalked up 3 straight wins in a row against the Mancs.

A rapturous rendition of Liverpool’s famous “You’ll Never Walk Alone” saw a close to the memorable night.

Thanks to all who showed up, and a special mention to the MyRAWK committee members who worked hard before and during the game to ensure all goes well.

Masters Football Malaysia 2009

“On Sunday 22nd November, 2009 – Masters Football returns to Malaysia after the outstanding success of last year’s tournament.Liverpool, Manchester United, and the EPL All Stars team return alongside new boys Sheffield United, in the 2009 edition of the EPL Masters Football Malaysia Cup, which will feature ex-players of the likes of Andrew Cole, Jason McAteer, Ray Parlour, Andrei Kanchelskis, Brian Deane and Ronny Johnsen.

The venue will be Stadium Putra in Bukit Jalil and the football will kick off at 17.00, however that’s not where the fun begins, as there will be a free Football carnival outside the stadium starting at 14:00 featuring all your favourite games, stalls, entertainment and plenty of food and drink! There will also be a golf challenge and a celebrity Gala Dinner at the Sheraton Imperial hotel.”

Tickets are price at – RM308 (VIP – no promotion), RM88 (Pitch side, lower tier)and RM48 (Behind goal, lower tier). Tickets for children – under 12 are RM10 for all non-VIP tickets!

MyRAWK has got access to the tickets with a special promo – Buy-1-Free-1 early birds offer! If you are interested, please  contact us ASAP as we will only be accepting booking and payments until Nov 3rd.

FYI: Liverpool are the defending champions from last year!

Defending Champions - Liverpool!

MyRAWK staged a late comeback but it was not enough to prevent a 4-2 defeat against RDL FC in the Garden Social League today.

RDL FC were on the receiving end of an 8-0 drubbing against SSPKD in the previous week, but showcased their full line-up of main players against MyRAWK.

RDL’s dominance in the game resulted in 3 goals in each period. MyRAWK scored its first through Azreen Hisyam, and a few minutes later Allan Lee ran through the heart of RDL’s defence to score the second with a brilliant solo effort.

With the scoreline at 3-2 late in the game, MyRAWK threw players forward in search of an equalizer. RDL then capitalized off a counter attack to seal the game at 4-2.

LFC vs Man utd - 25th Oct @ Boiler Room

G’day MyRAWKites,

It’s been a difficult month of October that has seen us lost 4 consecutive games in our worst loosing streak in 22 years (the last one being in 1987). Our pride has taken a beating and our swagger and confidence has been battered.

Irregardless, the season is not even half way done and the holidays season has yet to come. We might be slipping away in terms of challenging for the title, but slipping away does not mean we’re totally out of it. Destiny is still in our hands, and we must now grab whatever opportunity for us to climb back up with both our hands.

What better way to start our fight back and show what we’re made of by beating Man Utd at home to re-ignite our season? Irregardless of the injury problems, everyone associated with Liverpool FC will be fired for this one. Our pride as the most successful English club is on the line. So join us this Sunday, 25th Oct @ The Boiler Room (Breakers) at Desa Sri Hartamas for MyRAWK’s match gathering held in conjunction of the match vs. our biggest nemesis and rivals Man Utd. The gathering starts at 8:15pm and we will have quizzes for you to win some premium gifts from our sponsors.

Besides that, we will be having a promotion for tickets to the Masters Football Malaysia Cup competition to be held at Stadium Putra, this coming Nov 22nd. Defending champs – Liverpool will be looking to defend the title with an exciting lineup of former players and legends. Early bookings will be entitled to special discounts, so please talk to us for more details and info.

So come one down to The Boiler Room, Desa Sri Hartamas this Sunday – 25th October, starting 8:15 pm and join MyRAWK to view the titanic clash!

Are YOU Red Enough?

YNWA,
MyRAWK

MyRAWK vs LYN - Goals galore but honours shared. Photo © Pei Ru.

18 October 2009 – Jonno “Diver” Lim capitalized on a defensive error in the last minute to salvage a 4-4 draw for MyRAWK against LYN at GIS today. The friendly was held for MyRAWK to improve the players’ understanding of each other’s game for the Garden Social League, which took a break this weekend due to the Deepavali holidays.

A depleted MyRAWK side with only 12 players battled hard on a hot, humid Saturday morning against an LYN team made up of a number of new faces – no thanks to MyRAWK’s shameless pinching of their key players!

MyRAWK’s other goalscorers are Dennis Loh and Allan Lee (2), while LYN’s goals were scored by Heikal, Faisael, Kang (penalty – pooik!) and Justin.

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A Happy Deepavali to all our Hindu readers and friends!

Heskey + Torres FTW! Photo from Soccernet.

Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez could be ready to step in and save Emile Heskey’s World Cup dreams by offering him a move back to Anfield in January, but only on the cheap.

Source: Soccernet

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In spite of the general criticism that Heskey doesn’t score enough goals as a striker, I’ve always looked highly on the lad. He’s hardworking, unselfish, and for oppositing defenders – a strong, hard striker to play against.

He may not be a superstar that will walk through to goal and win you games, but as a squad player he’ll get you the possession in the opposition third and more chances at cracking the opposition goal.

Owen has thrived with Heskey at both club and England level – and so has Rooney. I’m sure he’ll be a good buy to help out Torres upfront, who has too often, looked isolated on his own as a lone striker. An interesting January it will be, provided we’re still in the hunt for the title then!

Written by mike tee

Sorry about the butt shot. It's Pei Ru's fav! Photo © Pei Ru. Arse © JonC.

11 October 2009 – MyRAWK made its league debut today and missed the opportunity to chalk up a win against Predator FC despite a 2-0 lead against 10 men. Pint-sized Mohd Azreen Hisyam scored both well-taken goals in the 2nd period.

Predator then pulled a goal back, before having one of their players red-carded. Unfortunately, MyRAWK failed to capitalize on the advantage. The team conceded the equalizer in the 3rd period and could not find the winning goal. Both sides missed several open chances during the game.

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By the way, a Happy Birthday to our no-nonsense, hard-tackling  defender, JonC! If you had told us earlier we would’ve given you a swim in the pool.

MyRAWK Captain Adrian Goh (in red) to spearhead MyRAWK's challenge. Photo by Pei Ru.

MyRAWK FC will be participating in the inaugural Garden Social League starting this Sunday, 11 October 2009. The social league features 8 teams, with 2 rounds of games for a total of 14 matches.

MyRAWK FC’s first match will be against Predator FC (sounds very menacing) at Garden International School, 3.30pm. Let’s hope the lads shoot off to a winning start!

Stay tuned to MyRAWK and the official website for the latest updates.

Liverpool winger Albert Riera against Michael Ballack. Photo © Liverpoolfc.tv

Liverpool headed to Stamford Bridge hoping to repeat last season’s victory, but there was no such fairy tale this time around.

Second half goals from Nicholas Anelka and Florent Malouda sealed the points for Chelsea, as Liverpool slumped to their second consecutive defeat after the Fiorentina game.

As expected, the home team dominated proceedings and gave little for Liverpool to work with. Overall, it was clear that Chelsea were the better team on the pitch, with a lot of possession and winning most of the second balls. Any attempts to lump the ball over to Torres up front were quickly and easily snuffed out.

On the other end, the defensive partnership of Carragher and Skrtel were rock solid. Although they did eventually allow Drogba to set up both the Chelsea goals, by and large the Liverpool backline managed to nullify any threats towards Pepe Reina.

The improvement should augur well for the Reds, especially against weaker opposition who hold the bulk of the Premiership points.

At the end of the day, Liverpool lost out to a better, hungrier Chelsea side.

Armchair critics would no doubt have written off Liverpool’s chances for the title this season.

In spite of the three defeats so far, Liverpool are just six points off the leaders, and one away from the Mancs, who were extremely lucky to have picked up the 1 point against Sunderland. Would anybody write them off had they lost?

And here’s the funny thing about football.

It only takes the next game, and another victory, and a string of good results to silence the critics.

And we all know the squad is up to the task.

Next up – another away game, this time at Sunderland who were seconds away from a famous win at Old Trafford. Bring it on, boys!

Did Liverpool play well but lost? Or did Chelsea deserve the win? Your thoughts in our forums!