- After the Week One there were a total of 20 goals scored by all teams - Week Two just 11 goals. Teams are clearly committing to defense after a wide open style played in the opening week of the season.
Three Stars of Week Two:
1st Star: Farooq Sani (Haya) - 1 Goal, 1 Assist
2nd Star: Humaiz Shahid (Shukr) - 2 Goals, Game Winning Goal
3rd Star: Kaz Akbar (Ihsan) - Shutout, 20 saves
- In a big rivalry game, Ihsan got bragging rights with a 1-0 win over Ridha. Despite being without goalie Ahmad Mobin and Humza Chaudhry being a late scrath with a lower body injury the team pulled together to get the win. It was a tight game with Rida generating a lot of shots despite playing without Shaukat Khan as Mohammad Bilal was a constant threat but not able to finish his chances.
- Emaan came in as the underdog against Ikhlas but shocked them with a 3-1 win. Ikhlas felt that Emaan got some fortunate bounces but hard work pays off and Aazar Zafar was a thorn for Ikhlas all game with his hustle. It should be noted that Ikhlas showed a lack of discipline that gave Emaan six powerplays - something they need to get under control or they will be on their heels most games.
- Haya did not look good in Week One after a thrashing at the hands of Ridha, but they took the criticism in stride and came out with a strong effort against Sabr in Week Two where they suffocated their opponents offense and came out with the win.
- Shukr surprised many with a solid effort against Yaqeen and their high flying offense. Shukr got a great effort from goalie Fahad Mohammad who made key saves to keep his team in the game until their offense managed to generate the winning goal.
Mecca Conference :
|
RANK
|
TEAM
|
GP
|
WINS
|
LOSSES
|
TIES
|
POINTS
|
GF
|
GA
|
GD
|
|
1
|
2
|
1
|
0
|
1
|
3
|
5
|
3
|
2
|
|
|
2
|
2
|
1
|
1
|
0
|
2
|
7
|
3
|
4
|
|
|
3
|
2
|
1
|
1
|
0
|
2
|
3
|
7
|
-4
|
|
|
4
|
2
|
0
|
1
|
1
|
1
|
3
|
5
|
-2
|
Note: 4th place
does not qualify for the playoffs
Medina Conference:
|
RANK
|
TEAM
|
GP
|
WINS
|
LOSSES
|
TIES
|
POINTS
|
GF
|
GA
|
GD
|
|
1
|
2
|
1
|
1
|
0
|
2
|
4
|
1
|
3
|
|
|
2
|
2
|
1
|
1
|
0
|
2
|
4
|
4
|
0
|
|
|
3
|
2
|
1
|
1
|
0
|
2
|
3
|
4
|
-1
|
|
|
4
|
2
|
1
|
1
|
0
|
2
|
2
|
4
|
-2
|
Note: 4th place
does not qualify for the playoffs
- As the standings show, things are tight after two weeks so every game is critical to make sure a playoff spot is going to happen
- Ikhlas needs to get their penalty issues under control, having four of the top five penalty getters this season is not a stat category you want your team to be the leaders of. Aside from the obvious impact of giving opponents plenty of power play time, it also messes up lines and tires out the defense who are constantly under pressure.
- Shukr has been pleased with the performance of their third line through the first two games, throwing that line out there regularly to grind opponents deep was a key for their Week Two win.
- Rameez Siddiqi was a surprise early pick by Sabr in the draft but he has been working hard to prove his doubters wrong, bringing a more physical hustle to his play this year. If he can continue to develop as a power forward then Sabr will be rewarded for grabbing him early.
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