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New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Kuching City off to flying start with big win over TRW
KUCHING: Kuching City FC's 4-0 victory over Kelantan The Real Warriors (TRW) in their opening Super League match last night not only secured three valuable points, but also served as an early morale booster for Aidil Sharin Sahak's squad to face the challenges ahead. Kuching City FC assistant head coach Firdaus Morshidi, however, acknowledged that the triumph at the Sarawak Stadium did not mean the team could rest on their laurels, as there were still many aspects to improve on, given that several players were new and still adapting to the team's style of play. "Overall, they played well. On the field they gave 100 per cent, as they did in training before this match. "This win was indeed part of our plan to give the squad a positive momentum," he said at the post-match press conference. Commenting on preparations for their next match, Firdaus said the team's focus is now on the FA Cup clash against Brunei DPMM on Aug 16, before returning to Super League action against Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) on Aug 24. "We will take it step by step... Next, we focus on the FA Cup first, then meet JDT. Changes to the starting line-up for the next match will depend on the players' fitness and injury status," he said. He also expressed optimism that the Cats could go far in the FA Cup and Malaysia Cup if they maintain their performance momentum. "God willing, if we can go further, all the better. If we reach the final, Alhamdulillah. The target remains to win," he said. In last night's match, Wanja Ronald Ngah scored twice in the sixth and 71st minutes, while Joao Pedro (17th minute) and Ramadhan Saifullah (injury time) sealed a stylish victory for the Cats over Elavarasan Elangowan's squad. — BERNAMA
Borneo Post
04-08-2025
- Sport
- Borneo Post
FAS re-dedicated to goal for Sarawak to lift Malaysia Cup
Fazzrudin (centre) seen with Sim (second left) during the event at Plaza Merdeka. KUCHING (Aug 4): Football Association of Sarawak (FAS) president Dato Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman has expressed his hope that a team from Sarawak will one day lift the prestigious Malaysia Cup, with Kuching City FC currently leading the charge for glory in the nation's top-tier league. Speaking at the launching ceremony of Kuching City FC's new jersey for the upcoming season at Plaza Merdeka yesterday, the man who also helms Kuching City FC as chairman said the club's 10th anniversary marks a significant milestone and should be a turning point towards greater ambition. 'This is the 10th year of Kuching City FC's existence. For us, this year is the most crucial and important. We believe that the most important person for Kuching City FC is none other than our fans,' he remarked. He pointed to the passion and undying support from fans as the main driving force behind the team's journey and determination to keep pushing forward through the various challenges faced since its formation in 2015. 'As we commemorate this milestone, we do not forget our humble beginnings in the Liga Bola Sepak Rakyat. With faith and perseverance, we progressed step by step, eventually reaching the final in 2016. It was not easy, but we never gave up,' he said. Fazzrudin, who is also Tupong assemblyman and Chief Political Secretary to the Sarawak Premier, said the ultimate dream now is for a Sarawakian club to bring the Malaysia Cup home. 'We want to bring the Malaysia Cup back to Sarawak as that is our ambition, and though people may call it just a dream, it must be supported by planning, discipline and the right strategies. With strong belief, this dream can become reality,' he said. 'We ask for your support and do come to the stadium and become our 12th man. Let us push this team forward together,' he appealed to the fans. Yesterday's event also witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Kuching City FC and Lea Sports Centre, marking a five-year strategic partnership. The club has registered a total of 29 players, including the newly permitted three additional players allowed by the Malaysian Football League (MFL). 'This year, many teams are preparing strongly. We expect tougher challenges ahead, but our objective remains, which is to be in the top five of the league,' Fazzrudin said. Fans were urged to fill the stands in the next home fixture against Kelantan on August 9 at Stadium Negeri. Also present at the event was Lea Sports Centre managing director Raymond Sim. fazzrudin abdul rahman football association of sarawak Kuching City FC
The Star
01-07-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Aidil still roaring strong with Kuching
Going nowhere: Aidil Sharin (centre) interacting with his coaching staff during a friendly game. – Kuching City FC PETALING JAYA: Forget the Singapore talk as successful football head coach Aidil Sharin is staying put with Kuching City for the new Super League. This was the assurance given by club owner Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman amidst rumours that Aidil may be the next coach of the Singapore national football team. Fazzrudin affirmed that Aidil is committed to the Sarawak-based side. 'Aidil was given full power to run the team. He is happy and committed to Kuching City. That is all I can say,' said Fazzrudin. Under Aidil's leadership, Kuching City have quietly built a competitive squad and are seen as a side capable to give others a run for their money. The club have completed the bulk of their recruitment, with striker Ronald Ngah from Cameroon expected to join the team. 'We have completed 95% of the team selection,' said Fazzrudin. 'Ronald will join in a day or two together with a few of our Under-23 players as well. Then, it will be complete. The Cats have so far signed strikers Gabriel Nistelrooy, Ahmad Danial Asri; goalkeeper Haziq Nadzli, winger Ramadhan Saifullah, Timor Leste winger Joao Pedro and Filipino centreback Scott Woods. They have also retained key men like fullbacks Jimmy Raymond, Arif Fadzillah; midfielder Daniel Amier Norhisham, striker Ahmad Hazwan Bakri, Bahraini midfielder Moses Atede, Nigerian centreback James Okwuosa and Japanese defender Yuki Tanigawa. Kuching City hope to remain in the top five standing in the league. They finished fourth in the last season. 'Our goal has always been to become the champions in the league – that's still our mindset, but realistically, we have set a top-five finish,' said Fazzrudin. Despite the off-field rumours, it's clear that Kuching City are pressing ahead with clear intent, banking on Aidil's leadership to turn bold ambition into tangible results.
Barnama
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Barnama
Mintah Declines To Comment On Naturalisation Rumours
KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) -- Kuching City FC striker Jordan Mintah has declined to comment on speculation regarding the possibility of being naturalised to represent Malaysia at international level. When asked about media reports suggesting that plans are underway to make him a naturalised player for Harimau Malaya, the Ghanaian-born player remained tight-lipped. 'At the moment, I can't really say anything about that. I'm not in a position to speak officially right now,' he told Bernama when met at the 2024/2025 Super League Player of the Month award ceremony at the Professional Footballers Association of Malaysia (PFAM) office here today. bootstrap slideshow However, the 29-year-old player who has played in the Malaysian League (M-League) for the past five years, was clear in his desire to don Malaysian colours if the opportunity arises. He also admitted that he follows Malaysia's national team matches closely. 'I would give 100 per cent of course. Malaysia feels like home to me. I feel really good here and I want to give everything back to this country because it has helped me a lot. I want to repay that,' he said. Last March, media reports suggested that the former Terengganu FC player could become the latest footballer to be naturalised, having played consistently in the M-League for the past five years. He began his M-League journey with Terengganu FC II during the 2020 season. Meanwhile, Mintah who was named the 2024/2025 Super League Player of the Month for February, said he was delighted to receive the award for the first time.
