JDT coach says Negri taught his team a lesson
The Deer stunned the Southern Tigers by taking a 2-0 lead through Joseph Esso (eighth minute) and Jovan Motika (15th) at the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium.
But JDT turned the tide in the second half with goals from Jon Irazabal (38th and 57th), Joao Figueiredo (41st), Arif Aiman Hanapi (58th) and Bergson Da Silva (90th+2). Negri's Motika scored another goal in the 60th.
Former Watford coach Munoz said: "We didn't start well. One of the things is the first 20 minutes. We know our level.
"The other day (Charity Shield win over Selangor) was nice because we scored in the first minutes. And today we were a little bit sluggish.
"And sure, for today everyone learns. And today was a very good day... They teach us a very good lesson."
Negri coach Nidzam Jamil said he was pleased with his men's commitment, but disappointed to lose their Super League opener.
"From this game, there are many aspects we need to analyse, such as what we should do when we're in the lead. We were also playing at JDT's stadium, and they dominated the game, so we need to know how to absorb all the pressure."
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