Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) on Course to Lift Malaysia Cup for Fifth Time
Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) are on course to lift the Malaysia Cup for a fifth time after beating Terengganu FC 2-1 in the semi-final, return-leg tie at the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium in Iskandar Puteri today, securing a 6-1 aggregate win.
Heberty Fernandes’ Bravura Performance
The Southern Tigers, having won the first-leg clash 4-0 away at the Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin Stadium on January 17, have Heberty Fernandes to thank for today’s win as the Brazilian import bagged a brace. Heberty struck in the 31st minute when he received a pass from Bergson Da Silva and unleashed a screamer past Terengganu goalkeeper Syed Muhammad Nasrulhaq Syed Bidin.
Terengganu FC’s Late Rally
Terengganu, however, hit back in the 59th minute when Ismaheel Akinade slotted home a cross from Muhammad Ubaidullah Shamsul Fazili. But Heberty was not done yet. The Brazilian lashed home a low drive past Syed Muhammad Nasrulhaq in time added on (90+2) to secure victory for the Southern Tigers.
Road to the Final
In the April 26 final at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil, JDT will meet the winner of the Sri Pahang FC-Sabah FC semi-final, return-leg clash at the Temerloh Municipal Council Stadium tomorrow. Both teams drew 1-1 in the first-leg clash at the Likas Stadium in Kota Kinabalu on January 18.
JDT’s Malaysia Cup History
JDT have won the Malaysia Cup in 2017, 2019, 2022, and 2023. The 2020 edition was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, while in the 2021 final, JDT lost 2-0 to Kuala Lumpur City FC.
Conclusion
Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) are on the brink of lifting the Malaysia Cup for a fifth time, thanks to Heberty Fernandes’ outstanding performance in the semi-final. The team will face the winner of the Sri Pahang FC-Sabah FC semi-final in the final on April 26.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who won the semi-final match between Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) and Terengganu FC?
A: Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) won the match 2-1.
Q: How many goals did Heberty Fernandes score in the match?
A: Heberty Fernandes scored two goals in the match.
Q: Who will JDT face in the final?
A: JDT will face the winner of the Sri Pahang FC-Sabah FC semi-final in the final.