Match Report: JDT Storms Past KL City FC with 3-0 Victory
ISkandar Puteri, Malaysia – December 8, 2022
Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) dominated Kuala Lumpur City FC in their Super League clash at the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium, securing a comprehensive 3-0 victory. The Southern Tigers were powered by a hat-trick from Arif Aiman Mohd Hanapi, who scored three goals in the first half to put the game out of reach.
Hat-trick Hero Arif Aiman
Arif Aiman wasted no time making his mark, opening the scoring in the 12th minute with a strike from outside the penalty box. He doubled the lead in the 36th minute, showcasing his attacking prowess. In the 42nd minute, JDT was awarded a penalty after Brendan Gan’s handball in the penalty area, confirmed after a Video Assistant Referee (VAR) review. Arif Aiman calmly converted the penalty to complete his hat-trick and secure a comfortable lead for JDT.
JDT Goalkeeper Ahmad Syihan Makes Key Save
Miroslav Kuljanac’s men had an opportunity to get on the scoresheet in the 61st minute through Patrick Alcala Reichelt, but JDT goalkeeper Ahmad Syihan Hazmi Mohamed produced a fine save to keep the score at 3-0. Juan Muniz Gallego’s long-range attempt to add a fourth for JDT was thwarted by KL City FC goalkeeper Muhammad Azri AB Ghani during injury time, before the referee blew the final whistle.
Conclusion
The win takes JDT closer to the top of the Super League table, cementing their position as a strong contender for the championship. The Southern Tigers will look to build on this momentum in their next matches, while KL City FC will aim to regroup and improve their performance in the coming weeks.
FAQs
Q: Who scored the hat-trick for JDT in the match?
A: Arif Aiman Mohd Hanapi scored three goals for JDT, including two in the first half and one penalty conversion.
Q: Who did JDT goalkeeper Ahmad Syihan Hazmi Mohamed save in the 61st minute?
A: Miroslav Kuljanac’s men had an opportunity to get on the scoresheet through Patrick Alcala Reichelt, but Ahmad Syihan Hazmi Mohamed produced a fine save to keep the score at 3-0.
Q: Will JDT win the Super League championship this season?
A: It’s too early to predict the outcome of the league, but JDT’s dominant performance against KL City FC shows their strength and determination to win the title.