The Sharks: Central FC Thread

[amielisadore]

Central 7 vs Rangers 0. Allyuh sure that is the score?

Most definitely. Goal scorers: Quintero 17", Oliver 24" 35", Marcano 31", N. Garcia 70", De Silva 74", Gabriel 82"

Williams

Benjamin

Oliver (c)

Francois

Mitchell

De Silva

Rochford

Marcano

Gabriel

Grosvenor

Quintero

[Deeks]

What wrong with Rangers, Amiel?

[amielisadore]

What wrong with Rangers, Amiel?

The mere fact that anyone watching the league for the past few seasons would struggle to recognize most of the Rangers players speaks volumes. There has been an exodus of players out of Rangers in the last few windows and the current players lack top flight experience. 

[Football supporter]

Acts 25 interview with Brent Sancho & Kevin Harrison on the eve of Central F.C.'s 3rd season.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Vo_k5FR5tM

[dreamer]

Brent and FS,
That was brilliant, inspiring and very very encouraging.
Both of you function like a dream team dread. Energy, commitment, inspiration, sincerity.
The interview was definitely timely and confirmed my belief in the Central FC leadership as visionary by T&T standards.
All 'n all, very refreshing. Cyah wait to see Central FC apply this level of effort to get a landmark spot in Concacaf.
Hoping to see on TV, the Spanish commentators saying "Golazo by the team from Treeneethad" !!!!!!
I hope too that the League lets Plaza and Rundell back in to Central FC. It will be a blessing in disguise for them.

[amielisadore]

3 Things – What We Learnt From The Sharks' 7-0 Domination Of St. Ann'S Rangers

Central F.C. came out as victors with a 7-0 victory over St. Ann’s Rangers in their first Pro-League game of the 2014/15 season. Coming off of a disappointing 1-0 loss to W Connection last week, there was an aura of caution leading up to this game. However, this was quickly forgotten as Central F.C. put on a self-assured and dominant performance.   

1) PERFECT RESPONSE 

There was a significant improvement in the overall performance of the team in all aspects from the team that looked a bit disjointed in the previous week, as the team now looked more composed, confident and motivated. Simply addressing the score line in no way does the performance of the team justice. Rationally speaking, however, St. Ann’s Rangers’ form based on previous games was not at its greatest. With that being said, complacency was clearly not present in this team.   

The ability to retain meaningful possession was one of the key features to the dominance of the “The Sharks”. An aspect which was clearly evident in relation to this was the physical conditioning of the players. The ability to maintain consistent, quality physical performance was definitely an obvious factor. With the exception of the injury to Williams in goal, the team looked sharp physically which was a factor in their overall domination of possession and also the ability to regain possession. With multiple goal scorers and some very crowd pleasing finishes from Sean De Silva, Quintero, Marcano, Oliver, Gabriel and young Nathaniel Garcia, it showed that the attack is multi-dimensional and goal scoring is not the sole burden of the strikers. Nathaniel Garcia’s performance was certainly an exciting and encouraging one. His hard work, ability to dribble and beat players, which is aided significantly by his low centre of gravity, without a doubt must have been pleasing for coach Vranes.   

2) TACTICS BEGINNING TO SINK IN 

Vranes’ use of the 3-5-2 formation saw veteran Marvin Oliver, along with Benjamin and Francois, flanked on both sides by Mitchell and Gabriel, who both showed tremendous composure both defensively and offensively. Marvin Oliver, in showing his experience, not only commanded his backline but scored 2 goals. The communication and understanding between the players was very clear to see. Another notable aspect of the game was the very impressive passing range of the team and purposeful possession, which resulted in a large output of shooting opportunities. Penetration through the middle and the wings was very effective and the quality of the crosses improved significantly. The midfield trio of De Silva, Marcano and Rochford were very impressive in ensuring the link from the defensive third of the pitch to the offensive third was efficient in its transition and combined well with the offensive runs of the marauding wing play from Mitchell and Gabriel on the left and right respectively. 

Defensively, the team was very organised and often forced the opposition to resort to strikes from distance and the ability to regain possession quickly was effective. Collectively the team looked compact. St. Ann’s Rangers clearly set their system up with a crowded midfield in an attempt to stifle Central F.C.’s passing lanes and build up play, which only further underlines the quality performance by the team overall in this game.

3) THE FIGHT AGAINST COMPLACENCY 

Vranes, when asked about the game, was quick to ensure that despite the victory and how pleasing it was, the team has areas that need to be worked on, quickly portraying the aura of a man who will not allow room for complacency. Even though it was only the first league game of the season, Central F.C. showed many positive signs with their performance. The expectation to maintain high levels of consistency throughout the season will now be at an all time high. One thing can be said for sure is that the frowns from last week’s fixture were swiftly converted into smiles after this performance and with the quality of the goals scored definitely won over some new fans as a result.

http://centralfctt.com/Articles/article.php?r=55

[amielisadore]

Central F.C. launched their 4th Annual “Give Breast Cancer The Boot” all women football tournament on Thursday at the Hasely Crawford Stadium V.I.P. suite.

The tournament, which is the largest 11 a side women’s charity tournament in the Caribbean, is designed to raise awareness of various forms of cancer that effect women. The event takes place on Sunday 5th October at St Mary’s Ground, Serpentine Road, Port of Spain from 9 a.m.

At the launch, Central F.C. Managing Director, Brent Sancho spoke about the purpose of the upcoming event. Sancho said that it is “a major responsibility for any sporting organization is its ability to enhance, develop and refine the people in its environ”

Speaking about the role that football can play in the community, the former Soca Warrior explained “Sports is the greatest conduit and facilitator in alleviating social ills and bringing awareness to various causes”
Joining Sancho at the launch were platinum sponsor, Republic Banks Social Investment Officer, Nadia Williams and T&T Cancer Society’s Education and Communications Officer, Kimlin Harrilal.

The all day event will feature an 11 a side women’s football tournament, as well as the keenly contested media bragging rights match between Guardian Media Ltd and One Caribbean Media featuring celebrities from various TV and radio shows including JW & Blaze.

There will also be bouncy castles and face painting, together with food and drink concessions and the T&T Cancer Society’s mobile screening unit which will provide free screenings on the day.

Sancho thanked all of the events sponsors including platinum sponsor, Republic Bank, Phoenix Park Gas Processors Ltd, Super Industrial Services, Blue Waters, Gatorade, Toyota as well as touring football team, VFI who originally conceived the event with Central F.C.

Give Breast Cancer The Boot All Female Football Tournament & Family Fun Day takes place on Sunday 5th October at St Mary’s Grounds, Serpentine Road from 9 a.m. Admission is free.

http://centralfctt.com/Articles/article.php?r=56

[amielisadore]

Central FC TV Episodes - 6th Oct 2014 with Extended Highlights of Central FC's 7-0 win over St. Ann's Rangers. Interview with Sean De Silva

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[Football supporter]

Video from the tournament

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6SqwjwS5ZA

[amielisadore]

Follow Central FC vs Caledonia AIA live NOW at http://centralfctt.com/centrallive/index.php

[FireBrand]

CFC 3 (De Silva 15', Quintero 80', Marcano 90') - Caledonia 1 (Hitner 59')

[amielisadore]

Tactical Report - Argentine Magic Earns Sharks 3 Points

Central F.C. returned to league action last night, coming off of a tough defeat against Police F.C. a few weeks ago. The Sharks, fielding a strong lineup, had strong claims for a penalty denied in the opening minutes. Central F.C. started off brightly and had several attempts from Sean De Silva and Atualla Guerra. The breakthrough though, would come for Defense Force when the defensive line of Central F.C. was drawn out and Jerwyn Balthazar wonderfully chipped the on rushing Jan-Michael Williams in the 26th minute. A response was immediate from the evergreen Marvin Oliver who showed his class to power home a header in the 33rd minute with a delightful cross from Darren Mitchell. An intense first half ended with all square for both teams. This goal makes Marvin Oliver the top scorer in the league. Quite impressive for the defensive stalwart. 

The second half would be even more entertaining when in the 53rd minute Devin Jordon was shown a straight red for a horror tackle on Leston Paul. Further adding to the misery of Defence Force, Devon Jorsling was sent off for dissent during the fracas created by Jordan\\\\\\\'s dismissal. The brief moment of madness put the Defence Force down to 9 men. However what should have been a clear numerical advantage for the Sharks was not to be. Central F.C. were not having it all their way, Defence Force now set up their team very compact with two defensive lines; five across the back and two midfielders with one lone striker in Balthazar, in an attempt to close up shop. Central F.C. struggled to break down Defence Force and almost got caught out a few times. Things started to change though as the match dragged on and perhaps fatigue started to present itself for Defence Force. Central started to impose themselves and create more chances. Argentine Miguel Romero and Sean De Silva having some very nice interplay, played in Mitchell who unleashed an effort which came off the bar. Central F.C. players were starting to look a bit frustrated. The Sharks were relentless in the last few minutes and in the 94th minute of extra time, a moment of magic settled the tie. Argentine Miguel Romeo unleashed a beauty from outside the box into the top corner sending the Central F.C. fans into joy and breaking the hearts of the valiant Defence Force to seal the 3 points. 

Zoran Vranes would have definitely observed the team’s difficulty until the dying minutes to capitalize on the numerical advantage and will no doubt be looking to address this. This game was a difficult one and despite not having the best game Central F.C. showed the character of champions to get a result which takes the Sharks to the top of the league. Marvin Oliver is already firmly a crowd favourite and now after this game, the name Miguel Romeo will be winning over many neutrals with his tenacious tackling and that amazing strike. 

[Spursy]

Central FC to get test from Stars
By Nigel Simon (Trinidad Guardian)

Central FC will be confident of maintaining its lead at the top of the Digicel T&T Pro League table when it comes up against Japs North East Stars in the feature match of a double-header at the Ato Boldon Stadium, Couva from 8pm tonight.

Two hours earlier at the same venue, defending champions and second placed DirecTV W Connection will hope to keep the pressure on its Couva neighbours when it faces surprise third placed Police.

Down at the Hasely Crawford Stadium, Mucurapo, Play Whe San Juan Jabloteh buoyed by its first title in six years after beating Pt Fortin Civic 4-2 on penalties following a 1-1 Toyota Classic draw at Couva on Friday looks to continue that momentum against struggling Caledonia AIA from 6pm, and in the second match Defence Force looks to add to the woes of Pt Fortin.

Play Whe San Juan Jabloteh’s Dario Holmes, left, screens the ball from Central FC’s Sean De Silva in their Digicel T&T Pro League match at the Hasely Crawford Stadium, Mucurapo on Tuesday night. Central FC won 4-0. Photo: Anthony Harri

Currently, with three match-days left to complete Round One of the Digicel Pro League (DPL) 2014-2015 season, the race for the inaugural Rawle Fletcher Cup and the accompanying $35,000 is still wide open ahead of the Christmas break with Central FC leading the pack with 13 points from six matches, three more than W Connection which has a match in hand.

The Lawmen are next with nine points from six matches, closely followed by Caledonia and Jabloteh, with eight each, North East Stars (seven) and Defence Force, league winners in two of the last three seasons, with six.

But like, W Connection, Caledonia, Jabloteh, North East Stars and Defence Force have only played five matches each.

Today at Couva, Central FC enters the match high on confidence following its 4-0 thrashing of Jabloteh at Mucurapo, a week ago led by braces from former national Under-20 World Cup duo, Qian Grosvenor and Sean de Silva 24th, 30th while Stars have been inactive since a 1-0 loss to Club Sando in the Toyota Classic on November 28.

The “Savonetta Boys” of W Connection also enter their clash with Police on a high, having battled past Defence Force 2-1 in their last outing while the Lawmen were held 1-1 by Caledonia.

And while W Connection is expected to be at full-strength, Police will be without veteran striker Hector Sam, who sits out the last of his three-match suspension.

At Mucurapo, Jabloteh, no doubt still on a high from their Toyota Classic triumph will be without the suspended Adrian Reid against Caledonia, while striker Devorn Jorlsing (115 goals) returns for Defence Force as he seeks to overhaul Jabloteh’s Kerry Baptiste record Pro League goal tally of 122.

Jorsling missed his team’s 2-1 loss to W Connection at the same venue a week ago, but should be in coach Ross Russell’s starting 11 against Pt Fortin.

Today’s Digicel T&T Pro League matches:

Venue: Ato Boldon Stadium, Couva

W Connection vs Police FC, 6pm

Central FC vs North East Stars, 8pm

Venue: Hasely Crawford Stadium, Mucurapo

Caledonia AIA vs San Juan Jabloteh, 6pm

Defence Force vs Point Fortin Civic, 8pm

Upcoming matches:

Round One Match Day Eight

December 19

Venue: Ato Boldon Stadium, Couva

W Connection vs Caledonia AIA, 6pm

Central FC vs Point Fortin Civic, 8pm

December 20

Venue: Marvin Lee Stadium, Macoya

North East Stars vs St Ann’s Rangers, 4pm

Defence Force vs San Juan Jabloteh, 6pm

Round One Match Day Nine

January 9, 2015

Defence Force vs St. Ann’s Rangers

San Juan Jabloteh vs W Connection

January 10, 2015

North East Stars vs Caledonia AIA

Point Fortin Civic vs Police FC

http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-12-16/central-fc-get-test-stars

[amielisadore]

Central FC to get test from Stars
By Nigel Simon (Trinidad Guardian)

Central FC will be confident of maintaining its lead at the top of the Digicel T&T Pro League table when it comes up against Japs North East Stars in the feature match of a double-header at the Ato Boldon Stadium, Couva from 8pm tonight.

Two hours earlier at the same venue, defending champions and second placed DirecTV W Connection will hope to keep the pressure on its Couva neighbours when it faces surprise third placed Police.

Down at the Hasely Crawford Stadium, Mucurapo, Play Whe San Juan Jabloteh buoyed by its first title in six years after beating Pt Fortin Civic 4-2 on penalties following a 1-1 Toyota Classic draw at Couva on Friday looks to continue that momentum against struggling Caledonia AIA from 6pm, and in the second match Defence Force looks to add to the woes of Pt Fortin.

Play Whe San Juan Jabloteh’s Dario Holmes, left, screens the ball from Central FC’s Sean De Silva in their Digicel T&T Pro League match at the Hasely Crawford Stadium, Mucurapo on Tuesday night. Central FC won 4-0. Photo: Anthony Harri

Currently, with three match-days left to complete Round One of the Digicel Pro League (DPL) 2014-2015 season, the race for the inaugural Rawle Fletcher Cup and the accompanying $35,000 is still wide open ahead of the Christmas break with Central FC leading the pack with 13 points from six matches, three more than W Connection which has a match in hand.

The Lawmen are next with nine points from six matches, closely followed by Caledonia and Jabloteh, with eight each, North East Stars (seven) and Defence Force, league winners in two of the last three seasons, with six.

But like, W Connection, Caledonia, Jabloteh, North East Stars and Defence Force have only played five matches each.

Today at Couva, Central FC enters the match high on confidence following its 4-0 thrashing of Jabloteh at Mucurapo, a week ago led by braces from former national Under-20 World Cup duo, Qian Grosvenor and Sean de Silva 24th, 30th while Stars have been inactive since a 1-0 loss to Club Sando in the Toyota Classic on November 28.

The “Savonetta Boys” of W Connection also enter their clash with Police on a high, having battled past Defence Force 2-1 in their last outing while the Lawmen were held 1-1 by Caledonia.

And while W Connection is expected to be at full-strength, Police will be without veteran striker Hector Sam, who sits out the last of his three-match suspension.

At Mucurapo, Jabloteh, no doubt still on a high from their Toyota Classic triumph will be without the suspended Adrian Reid against Caledonia, while striker Devorn Jorlsing (115 goals) returns for Defence Force as he seeks to overhaul Jabloteh’s Kerry Baptiste record Pro League goal tally of 122.

Jorsling missed his team’s 2-1 loss to W Connection at the same venue a week ago, but should be in coach Ross Russell’s starting 11 against Pt Fortin.

Today’s Digicel T&T Pro League matches:

Venue: Ato Boldon Stadium, Couva

W Connection vs Police FC, 6pm

Central FC vs North East Stars, 8pm

Venue: Hasely Crawford Stadium, Mucurapo

Caledonia AIA vs San Juan Jabloteh, 6pm

Defence Force vs Point Fortin Civic, 8pm

Upcoming matches:

Round One Match Day Eight

December 19

Venue: Ato Boldon Stadium, Couva

W Connection vs Caledonia AIA, 6pm

Central FC vs Point Fortin Civic, 8pm

December 20

Venue: Marvin Lee Stadium, Macoya

North East Stars vs St Ann’s Rangers, 4pm

Defence Force vs San Juan Jabloteh, 6pm

Round One Match Day Nine

January 9, 2015

Defence Force vs St. Ann’s Rangers

San Juan Jabloteh vs W Connection

January 10, 2015

North East Stars vs Caledonia AIA

Point Fortin Civic vs Police FC

http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-12-16/central-fc-get-test-stars

The double header clashes at the Ato Boldon Stadium have been rescheduled to Thursday 18th December. Same venue and times.

[Spursy]

 

[Deeks]

DeSilva, appears to have put on some muscle. Homies verify!!??

[Spursy]

Thinking he mite be in-line for call up.. atleast for some friendlies - Weakness was his defensive attributes, haven't seen him for Sharks but maybe he improved! Definitely worthy IMO.

[Football supporter]

DeSilva, appears to have put on some muscle. Homies Holmes verify!!??

[Tallman]

Fitness guru Lindsay Davis joins I-League newcomers Bharat FC!
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I-League newcomers Bharat FC has strengthened their technical staff, signing renowned fitness and conditioning coach Lindsay Davis. The 47-year-old Davis, comes to Bharat FC with a wealth of experience in areas like nutrition, sports therapy, rehabilitation programs, conditioning, massage, agility and endurance building among many others.

The Englishman joins Head Coach Stuart Watkiss and assistant coach Stanly Rozario as part of the clubs technical team. Bharat FC will make its inaugural appearance in the 2014/15 I-League season that kicks off on January 17, 2015.

Davis' last assignment was with Central FC, a Pro-League club from Trinidad and Tobago. Prior to that, he has worked with the Glenn Hoddle Academy in Jerez - Spain, Oxford United FC and also served secondments at Real Madrid CF, FC Barcelona and Lokomotiv Moscow FC.

Managing Director of Bharat FC, Amit Kalyani, said that Davis' immense knowledge in conditioning, sports science and allied fields were the chief reasons behind his appointment. "Lindsay comes to us highly recommended. He has a proven record of having improved the fitness of athletes that he has worked with. He is an important asset to us at Bharat FC as we aim to make our squad the fittest in the I-League," he said.

Davis said that the professionalism and high standards of excellence at Bharat FC were the clinching factors behind his move to Pune. "I am passionate about fitness and this assignment allows me to work with a very talented bunch of footballers in a new vibrant setting. Indian football has great potential and my aim at Bharat FC is to build a squad which is physically and mentally robust," he said.

Head coach of Bharat FC, Stuart Watkiss, said that Davis would play a very important role at the club as it readies to embark on a gruelling I-League season. "Over the next six months, the players are going to be playing a lot of football. It is essential that we condition and train their bodies to absorb the workload. Lindsay has great experience working in diverse cultures and his input will be very crucial to the club as we look to have our squad in prime physical shape over the course of the season," said Watkiss.

[Deeks]

DeSilva, appears to have put on some muscle. Homies Holmes verify!!??

FS, I was asking the people at home to verify DeSilva's physical status. In the picture with him against Holmes, he seem to be a bit more muscular that in the past. That is why I asked the people at home(homies) on his status. Yes, defence was his problem. But I don't see why he can't be in the line in a friendly. But oil price low we can't get money, Breds!! That means no international friendly. FS, TT doh drive you mad?

[amielisadore]

DeSilva, appears to have put on some muscle. Homies verify!!??

He is stronger and showing better match fitness and sharpness. And it shows as he has 4 goals and 4 assist in 10 appearances this season. His defensive work rate has improved but there is still more he can do. He has made great strides in his all round game from the time he signed in January to now.

De Silva Goal vs Jabloteh

[Deeks]

Nice goal!. I hope he continue playing. So that coah Hart can give hime a try. Our mid field is still out of wack.

[Football supporter]

DeSilva, appears to have put on some muscle. Homies Holmes verify!!??

FS, I was asking the people at home to verify DeSilva's physical status. In the picture with him against Holmes, he seem to be a bit more muscular that in the past. That is why I asked the people at home(homies) on his status. Yes, defence was his problem. But I don't see why he can't be in the line in a friendly. But oil price low we can't get money, Breds!! That means no international friendly. FS, TT doh drive you mad?

Sorry, Deeks, I was just trying to be funny - you know , Homie - Holmes!!

And yes, TT does drive me mad sometimes....but then, so did UK lol

[amielisadore]

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[Sam]

I want to give Cenrtal FC a special big up, since they came out they have been doing a lot of good community work and other projects to help an serve the public.

I saw, just like the SWO, they feed the kids for christmas also.

I dont see any other clubs in T&T or even our past TTFA as de current one is broke doing these kinds of stuff consistently.

Good job by Kevin and Sancho and everyone else.

They have accomplished a lot for a new team.

They also have an updated website and do good at marketing their club.

They do not sit on their ass and cry all day for money and help, they get out there and work.

Sancho, time to jump onboard the TTFA train and get Tim Kee out.

I go be honest, I eh like de name Sharks and I dont like they uniform, de black and white ting, nah.

But if they could get a good shirt sponsor, that would be nice to redesign they jur-sey..

I hope they can improve at youth level though and sell off a few good players to help de club expand.

Central FC and SWO should become official partners.

They also need a partner a foreign club and have players exchange programs for development and exposure.

[dreamer]

Some nice li'l positive comments by Sam dey.
Proud of Central FC. Looking forward to see Plaza and Rundell Winchester back
and the team fighting hard to go as far as possible in Caribbean and then Concacaf club championships.

[Spursy]

Sam, I actually like the black and white 

[Deeks]

Actually I like the B&W also. FS, allyuh should use the the Juve uniform, and occasionally use the bumble bee socks.

[Spursy]

ya! 

[amielisadore]

Actually I like the B&W also. FS, allyuh should use the the Juve uniform, and occasionally use the bumble bee socks.

If only lol. But Central is an Adidas club.