KUCHING – Kuching City FC delighted over 5,000 home fans at Sarawak Stadium with a thrilling 1-0 victory over Selangor FC in a Malaysia Super League encounter.
This hard-fought win marked the first time the team has secured a home victory in an afternoon match this season.
The match began with a flurry of action. Selangor FC were awarded a penalty early on, presenting a prime opportunity to take the lead and quiet the enthusiastic home crowd, but they failed to convert the spot-kick. Despite a pre-half-time injury and a yellow card for Kuching City, the first half ended in a stalemate.
The momentum shifted dramatically in the second half, with the home team dominating play. While Kuching City FC also missed a penalty opportunity, their persistence paid off.
The decisive moment arrived in the 67th minute when Ramadhan Saifullah, wearing the number seven jersey, calmly scored the winning goal, causing the crowd to erupt in celebration.
With the lead in hand, Kuching City intensified their pressure, forcing Selangor FC to play on the defensive.
Despite four minutes of added time, the visiting team could not break through the solid defence. The match concluded with a 1-0 win for the home side, a result that demonstrated both offensive prowess and defensive strength.
This crucial win, which included a valuable clean sheet, has given both the team and its supporters a new sense of hope.
The fans departed from the stadium full of chants and optimism, believing that this result could serve as a turning point in their season. Kuching City FC now looks ahead to their upcoming game against Immigration FC.