Malaysia Cup: Focus Shifts to Perak FC After Heavy Defeat
Perak FC head coach Yusri Che Lah has accepted the massive 0-5 defeat to defending champions Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) at Sultan Ibrahim Stadium (SSI), and is now focusing on the upcoming Malaysia Cup competition.
Shift in Focus
In a press conference after the match, Yusri expressed his hopes for the Malaysia Cup draw, saying, "I really hope the Malaysia Cup draw in two weeks will be more in our favour to move forward in this competition." He added that he hopes their route in the tournament will be smoother and that they do not fear meeting JDT again at SSI.
Opportunities in the Malaysia Cup
Yusri emphasized that every team has the opportunity to display their best action in the Malaysia Cup, and that JDT as a challenger must be at the top of the league. He believes that this is an opportunity for any team, including Perak FC, to reach the final, although it may be difficult.
Strengthening Defense
Commenting on the match against JDT, Yusri said that his men managed to stop the Southern Tigers from scoring more goals in the second half after conceding four goals in the first half.
Respect for the Referee
Yusri also respected the decision of referee Razlan Joffri Ali, who showed yellow cards to his player Tommy Mawat and JDT striker Arif Aiman ​​Mohd Hanapi, after both were involved in a brawl in the 84th minute.
JDT’s Performance
JDT head coach Hector Bidoglio expressed his satisfaction with his team’s performance, saying that the players remained committed to their roles and their persistence paid off as they broke Perak FC’s defense. He added that he is satisfied with the performances displayed by each player and that they need to continue working and focus on their next game in the Asian Champions League Elite (ACLE).
Next Match
JDT is scheduled to meet Chinese club Shandong Taishan FC at the Jinan Olympic Sports Center, Jinan, China on November 26 for the fifth ACLE Group A match.
Conclusion
Perak FC is now shifting their focus to the Malaysia Cup competition, hoping to have a smoother route and a chance to reach the final. The team will need to strengthen their defense and work hard to overcome their opponents in the tournament.
FAQs
Q: What is Perak FC’s focus after their heavy defeat to JDT?
A: Perak FC’s focus is now on the Malaysia Cup competition.
Q: What is Yusri Che Lah hoping for in the Malaysia Cup draw?
A: Yusri Che Lah hopes that the Malaysia Cup draw will be more in their favour to move forward in the competition.
Q: What is Hector Bidoglio’s assessment of JDT’s performance against Perak FC?
A: Hector Bidoglio is satisfied with JDT’s performance, saying that the players remained committed to their roles and their persistence paid off.