Terengganu FC Must Maintain Solid Defence in Second-Leg Showdown Against Negeri Sembilan FC
Kuala Nerus, December 20 – The Terengganu FC (TFC) squad must maintain a solid defence to avoid conceding goals in the decisive second-leg showdown against Negeri Sembilan FC (NSFC) at the Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin Stadium, Kuala Nerus, tomorrow.
Head Coach’s Warning
Its head coach, Badrul Afzan Razali, has urged the players to protect the two-goal lead they secured in the first quarter-final match at Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium, Paroi, Negeri Sembilan, on December 14.
Weather Concerns
Badrul Afzan emphasised the importance of players being prepared for potential bad weather conditions, as the Northeast Monsoon season continues.
I Hope Abe Can Stay Focused
"I hope Abe (Muhammad Rahadiazli Rahalim) can stay focused and perform well. We don’t want to concede, despite our two-goal lead," he said.
The Wet Pitch is a Concern
"The wet pitch is a concern, and I hope the players are ready for any situation. In Melaka, we played in the rain and couldn’t score in the end," he added, during a training session at the Gong Badak Sports Complex, yesterday.
Sharpen Finishing
In addition, Badrul Afzan, a former Terengganu midfielder, urged the players to sharpen their finishing in order to secure a spot in the semi-finals.
Edge Over Jang Squad
He stressed that sharp finishing will give the team an edge when facing the ‘Jang’ squad, which boasts a strong lineup and high fighting spirit.
Starting Lineup Unchanged
For tomorrow’s match, Badrul Afzan confirmed that there would be no changes to the starting lineup, as no players are injured, except for Suhaimi (Suhaimi Husin), who is recovering from a medial collateral ligament (MCL) injury.
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Conclusion
Terengganu FC must maintain their solid defence to secure a spot in the semi-finals. With a two-goal lead, the team needs to stay focused and prepared for potential bad weather conditions. The starting lineup remains unchanged, with no injuries reported except for Suhaimi, who is recovering from an MCL injury.
FAQs
Q: What is the current score between Terengganu FC and Negeri Sembilan FC?
A: Terengganu FC is leading by two goals.
Q: What is the date of the second-leg showdown?
A: The second-leg showdown is scheduled for tomorrow.
Q: Are there any changes to the starting lineup?
A: No, there are no changes to the starting lineup, except for Suhaimi who is recovering from an MCL injury.