August 2, 2004

In the Kelme East-West Challenge Cup, East led by Stags coach Vorawan Chitavanich beat Warriors coach Jimmy Shoulder West 5-2.

With prize money of $12,500 for the winners at stake, the football on show was anything but friendly.

Just eight minutes into the game, the West team were awarded a penalty after Balestier Khalsa striker Yusri Waris was brought down in the box. Woodlands Wellington midfielder John Wilkinson stepped up & deceived East goalkeeper Chen Si with a cheeky lob that delighted the West fans. The goal jolted the East team into action & an avalanche of goals followed. A free-kick by Geylang United's Stewart Petrie levelled the score for the East team, before Young Lions defender Vladan Seric planted a firm header into the net at the stroke of half-time to give East the lead. In the second half, Seric found himself on the score sheet again. This time, the giant centre-half volleyed home an Imran Sahib corner with a flying scissors kick, a spectacular effort that earned him the Man of the Match award. 2 goals from Young Lions' Jamil Ali & Sinchi Zhou Yi wrapped up the victory. But the West could at least cheer for they got the last goal from Ryuji Sueoka, to ensure that it was a memorable night for all concerned.