Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) Consolidates Position at the Top of the Super League
Kuala Lumpur, November 1 – Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) strengthened their hold at the top of the Super League with a resounding 4-0 win over bottom-placed Negeri Sembilan FC at the Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium in Paroi tonight.
Dominant Performance by JDT
The Southern Tigers dominated from the outset, with Heberty Fernandes opening the scoring via a free kick in the 15th minute, before netting his second just six minutes later. They continued to pile the pressure on Negeri, with Arif Aiman Mohd Hanapi scoring JDT’s third goal in the 48th minute, capitalising on a chaotic moment in the home team’s penalty box to beat goalkeeper Tauffiq Ar Rasyid Johar.
Penalty Kick Secures Final Goal
JDT was then awarded a penalty kick in the dying moments of the match after Negeri defender Muhammad Harith Samsuri handled the ball in the box, which substitute Jorge Leonardo duly converted.
Table Leaders Now 11 Points Clear
Coach Hector Bidoglio’s squad now sit comfortably at the top of the table with 37 points from 13 games, 11 points clear of second-placed Selangor FC.
Other Match Results
In other action, Terengganu FC returned to winning form after six matches by defeating Penang FC 1-0 in their clash at the Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin Stadium in Kuala Nerus. Defender Muhammad Ubaidullah Shamsul Fazili emerged hero, scoring the decisive goal in the 27th minute to secure three valuable points for the Turtles.
Conclusion
JDT’s dominant performance has cemented their position at the top of the Super League table, while Terengganu FC’s victory has given them a much-needed boost in their bid to avoid relegation.
FAQs
- Who is the current leader of the Super League table?
- Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) with 37 points from 13 games.
- How many points clear is JDT of second-placed Selangor FC?
- 11 points.
- What was the score in the match between JDT and Negeri Sembilan FC?
- JDT won 4-0.
- Who scored the decisive goal in Terengganu FC’s 1-0 win over Penang FC?
- Muhammad Ubaidullah Shamsul Fazili.