Malaysia Cup Round of 16: Kuching City FC Seals Slim Victory Over Penang FC
First Half Strike Enough for Kuching City FC
GEORGE TOWN, Nov 21 – A first half strike by Ramadhan Saifullah was enough to ensure a slim 1-0 victory for visiting Kuching City FC against Penang FC in a 2024/2025 Malaysia Cup Round of 16 first leg match at the City Stadium, here tonight.
Newly Appointed Coach Fails to Register Win
Penang FC’s hopes of registering a win in front of the home fans and rewarding newly appointed coach Wan Rohaimi Wan Ismail his first win did not materialise when Ramadhan struck in the 44th minute during a match that was played in wet conditions as it was raining during the match.
Wan Rohaimi was appointed by Penang FC on Nov 14 to replace Akmal Rizal Ahmad Rakhli, who was relieved of his duties after a poor 2024/2025 Super League season.
Both Teams Show Determination
Both teams showed a lot of determination right from the start, but Kuching City FC, despite playing away from home, looked dangerous and could have taken the lead in the 34th minute through their import Tchetche Kipre, but his attempt failed to find the target.
However, Tchetche Kipre, who had always looked dangerous, provided a perfect pass for Ramadhan to give Kuching City FC the winning goal and take home a slim advantage for the return leg in Kuching later.
Second Leg Scheduled
The second leg between Penang FC and Kuching City FC is scheduled on Nov 30 at the State Stadium in Kuching, Sarawak.
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Conclusion
Kuching City FC’s slim victory sets the stage for an exciting second leg, with Penang FC looking to turn the tables and secure a win in front of their home fans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who scored the winning goal for Kuching City FC?
A: Ramadhan Saifullah scored the winning goal in the 44th minute.
Q: Who is the newly appointed coach of Penang FC?
A: Wan Rohaimi Wan Ismail is the newly appointed coach of Penang FC.
Q: When is the second leg between Penang FC and Kuching City FC scheduled?
A: The second leg is scheduled on Nov 30 at the State Stadium in Kuching, Sarawak.