The Plot Thickens

Street 51 Manager Cassim Munshi is deeply distraught by news that first choice left wing-back Shafiq is doubtful for Sunday's clash. Shafiq suffered severe bruising on his left ankle during training this morning and is presently embedding the entire foot in ice.

Shafiq's injury is the latest to hit an already depleted squad, already missing the services of midfield workhorse Hendra Del Rosa, defensive boulders Endy Shah, Nadhar and Syahril Sahid as well as speedy forward Sham Kudoot.

Shafiq looking dejected in the team bus on the way

back from training drowning his sorrows in music.

Cassim Munshi remains calm despite the adverse situation. "Of course I'm disappointed with the injury. Even more so after I specifically told them this (morning) is only a light training session and they don't have to break their bodies trying to impress me. Anyway, there is enough depth in the team to see it through."

Shafiq, meanwhile, remains optimistic of his chances of making the game. "There's not a lot of time left," he remarked. "I can see some detumescence here. Hopefully this (the ice) will help and I will be fit for tomorrow."

Meanwhile, Dins has looked sharp lately and is likely to partner Sofian Roslan in attack with any of Nir, Petak, Helmi or Ali providing the supplies. Hidz and Zahid are almost certain to make the defensive backline.

"We have plenty of options," said the manager. "I can start with a 4-4-2 and then inject some pace by letting Shahir or Fel come on, converting to 4-2-3-1, giving the team more balance. In Street 51 FC,anything is possible."