Preview Week 2

The battle continues for the spot in knockout round as 12 teams will square off against each other in Week 2. Let's take a look on the matches and prediction.

Match 7: Sona vs Nagasakti FC

Sona is back with the new spirit after gaining some good experience on two previous seasons. They are facing a new team, Nagasakti FC, which is formerly known as Cantana. It is not known about the strength of Nagasakti FC, but it would surely a puzzle to solve for Sona and other teams in Group C

Prediction: Experience does matters. A win to Sona. 3-1

Match 8: Onitsuka Tiger vs Urawa Reds FC

The most awaited match of all. The runner-up of 2008 versus the semi-finalist of 2007. The Tigers have fully reinforced their team after their final heartbreak by adding some strikeforce. However, their preparations were hampered with injuries to Enzo and talismanic striker, Topek and the defender Bean, leaving the player-manager, Ahmad Sollehin limited choices for the team.

As for Urawa Reds FC, their preparations is also on halt with the rumoured knee injury of their left-back, Muhammad Noor Fadhli. However, with some additions to the team, they would not be a pushover to the Tigers.

Prediction: Too close to call. A tough fight. 1-1 draw

Match 9: Galacticos vs Azzuri

The Galacticos finally can test up themselves whether they can cope without the help of Apocalypto when they face the Champions, Azzuri.

As for Azzuri, another draw in this match would give them a devastating blow to their defence of the title.

Prediction: I think it would be another draw for Azzuri. 2-2

Match 10: Gen 06 vs Avatar

Another awaited battle where two fast-paced teams will test out each other in Group B

Avatar, fresh from their demolition of Jupan FC with 4-0 score, are ready to terrorize Gen 06 defensive line. Led by their captain, Mohd Ridzwan Mohd Hanaffi, Avatar would be more than ready for another onslaught for another victim.

However, as for Gen 06, they won't simply give a pushover to Avatar, as they have Syed Mohd Amin, as their strike force to tore down Avatar's defensive line.

Prediction: Both teams played fast and speed game. However, it would be more favoured on Avatar due to their experience. A 2-1 win to Avatar

Match 11: Croconile vs Apocalypto

A match that wants to be avoided as possible by any teams.

Croconile, with the bad reputation that tarnish UTP League last season, might making some omen to mend their temperament when they face Apocalypto on Sunday. It is not known about their strategy, however, the lack of speed might be a big disadvantage despite their physical advantage

Apocalypto, fresh from their win of Evo with 2-0 score, are facing some last-minute injuries, especially their left-back, Zainal Abidin and their midfielder, Mohd Ehsan Sharmin who has been ruled out for this match

Prediction: Croconile would have to buck up their speed or they are on their way to be beaten by quick wingers and fast-attacking football by Apocalypto. A win 2-0 win to Apocalypto.

Match 12: WHO vs Rajawali

Both teams have almost similar fate as their luck was robbed at the last minute of the game.

WHO was robbed from their victory by the last minute goal against Azzuri, while Rajawali, totally lost all points in the space of 5 minutes to ACE.

On Sunday, both teams are trying to make some points here. Losing this match would virtually close their chances to qualify for the next round.

Prediction: WHO is much improving compared to last two seasons, but Rajawali have the same strength as they play precision football. A 1-1 draw.