Terengganu FC and Sabah FC Share the Spoils in Super League Matches
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 21 (Bernama) — Terengganu FC (TFC) had to settle for a point after being tied 2-2 by Kuching City FC in a Super League 2024/2025 action at the Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin Stadium (SSMZA) tonight.
Early Start for TFC
The hosts started the match aggressively when Manuel Ott blasted the opening goal as early as the ninth minute through a volley from outside the box to surprise the visitors.
Counter Attacks by Kuching City FC
Shocked by the goal, Aidil Shahrin Sahak’s squad immediately set up several counter attacks and almost equalized in the 16th minute but James Okwuosa’s shot deflected to the right side of the goal.
TFC’s Missed Opportunities
TFC, who were leading 1-0, continued to double their efforts in search of another goal but Muhammad Syahmi Zamri’s weak shot in the 21st minute was easily saved by goalkeeper, Wan Muhammad Azraie Wan Teh. Muhammad Syahmi once again had the opportunity to make a name for himself but missed two golden opportunities in the 44th and 45th minutes.
TFC’s Second Goal
However, in the 61st minute, Ismaheel Akinade brought cheers to the home crowd with the second goal to extend TFC’s advantage to 2-0. But the joy of the home supporters did not last long as three minutes later Jordan Mintah closed the gap with Kuching City FC’s first goal in the 64th minute before Petrus Shitembi equalised two minutes later (66′) to dash the home team’s dreams of collecting all three points.
Sabah FC’s Draw
Meanwhile, Sabah FC also suffered a similar fate when they failed to take advantage of playing at home after being held 1-1 by Kuala Lumpur City FC at the Likas Stadium in Kota Kinabalu.
Early Lead for Sabah FC
Martin Santo’s team did not wait long to be in front when S Kumaahran headed in the ball swiftly from inside the penalty box to beat goalkeeper, Muhammad Hafizul Hakim Khairul Nizam Jothy as early as the seventh minute.
KL City FC’s Equalizer
In the 36th minute, Miroslav Kuljanac’s side had a chance to equalise when awarded a penalty kick but after a Video Assist Referee (VAR) review, the decision was overturned as the ball had initially hit one of the KL City FC players first. The start of the second half saw both teams exchange some dangerous attacks but the goal only came in the 81st minute when KL City FC managed to equalize through Muhammad Haqimi Azim Rosli’s powerful shot from inside the penalty box.
Conclusion
Both Terengganu FC and Sabah FC failed to win their respective matches, settling for a point each. The results leave both teams with work to do if they are to achieve their goals in the Super League 2024/2025.
FAQs
Q: What was the result of the match between Terengganu FC and Kuching City FC?
A: The match ended in a 2-2 draw.
Q: What was the result of the match between Sabah FC and Kuala Lumpur City FC?
A: The match also ended in a 1-1 draw.
Q: What was the key moment in the match between Terengganu FC and Kuching City FC?
A: The key moment was when Jordan Mintah scored Kuching City FC’s first goal in the 64th minute, closing the gap and eventually leading to a draw.
Q: What was the key moment in the match between Sabah FC and Kuala Lumpur City FC?
A: The key moment was when KL City FC equalized in the 81st minute, denying Sabah FC all three points.