Selangor FC Suffers 1-0 Defeat to Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors FC in ACL2
Group H Match
Selangor FC failed to maintain their winning momentum, falling 1-0 to South Korea’s Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors FC in Group H of the Asian Champions League 2 (ACL2) 2024/25 at the Jeonju World Cup Stadium in South Korea tonight.
Selangor, who entered the match with two wins and a draw, found themselves struggling from the start against the home team.
Jeonbuk Takes the Lead
It was no surprise when Jeonbuk, who lost the reverse fixture 2-1 to Selangor on October 23, took the lead in the 22nd minute. Orobo Tiago headed home a Chang-Hoon Kwon corner kick, giving Jeonbuk the advantage.
Selangor Drops to Second Spot
The defeat sees Selangor, under interim coach Abdi Hassan, drop to second spot in Group H with seven points after four matches. Jeonbuk now tops the group with nine points.
Muangthong United Thrashes Dynamic Herb Cebu
In another Group H match, Muangthong United of Thailand ran riot, thrashing Dynamic Herb Cebu of the Philippines 9-2. The runaway victory sees Muangthong United in third spot in the four-team standings with five points, while Cebu prop up the table with one point.
Upcoming Matches
Selangor will host Muangthong United at the Petaling Jaya Municipal Stadium on November 28, while Cebu will travel to the Jeonju World Cup Stadium to face Jeonbuk.
Conclusion
Selangor FC’s defeat to Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors FC marks a setback for the team, which had been riding a winning streak. The team will need to regroup and refocus for their upcoming matches in the Asian Champions League 2.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What was the score in the match between Selangor FC and Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors FC?
A: Selangor FC lost 1-0 to Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors FC.
Q: How many points does Selangor FC have in Group H?
A: Selangor FC has seven points in Group H.
Q: Who is the top team in Group H?
A: Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors FC is the top team in Group H with nine points.