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Rakyat Post
28-05-2025
- Sport
- Rakyat Post
JDT's Success Story: Too Fast For Malaysian Football To Handle?
Subscribe to our FREE In a powerful social media statement that sent ripples through Malaysian football, His Royal Highness Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim (TMJ), the Crown Prince and Regent of Johor, expressed his deep frustration with the current state of football politics in the country. 'We're stuck with those who can't tell the difference,' the royal statement began, highlighting a growing divide between modern football management and traditional mindsets. The Crown Prince's message emphasised JDT's (Johor Darul Ta'zim) remarkable 12-year journey of breaking records and setting new benchmarks in Malaysian and Asian football, transforming the club into a powerhouse both on and off the pitch. The statement particularly criticised the resistance to progress, suggesting that some within Malaysian football remain anchored to outdated approaches, preferring to prioritise domestic cups over league success and international competition. A Battle Between Tradition And Progress 'Malaysia football don't deserve JDT,' the post continued, reflecting the deep-seated frustration with what appears to be a clash between progressive football management and traditional mentalities. The hashtag #merekatakbiasa ('they're not used to it') punctuated the message, serving as a pointed commentary on the resistance to change within Malaysian football circles. This latest statement adds another chapter to the ongoing narrative of Malaysian football's struggle between tradition and modernisation, with JDT standing at the forefront of that evolution. JDT's unprecedented run of 11 consecutive Super League titles since 2014 stands as testament to this success, marking a stark contrast to the rotating championships of previous years. The transformation under TMJ's leadership appears to have made the club and its owner targets for criticism from those resistant to change. Football rivals and administrators, unable to directly challenge the Crown Prince, have resorted to targeting JDT as a proxy for their grievances. 'Sasaran utamanya adalah saya, menyerang saya secara langsung tak boleh, terpaksa menyerang JDT, saya akan meneruskan apa yang saya buat, saya tidak akan keluar dari bola sepak, saya akan meneruskannya' – DYAM TMJ. — Harimau Selatan X (@hsxofficials) Statistical Supremacy: A Decade Of Dominance In Numbers Since 2013, the Southern Tigers have amassed an extraordinary record of 340 victories in 481 games, maintaining an impressive 71% win rate. With only 69 losses and 72 draws, JDT's consistency has been nothing short of remarkable. The club's attacking prowess is evident in their staggering tally of 1,135 goals scored, while their defensive resilience is reflected in 221 clean sheets and just 399 goals conceded. These numbers tell the story of a well-balanced team that has dominated Malaysian football for over a decade. Recent Glory: From Cup Triumphs To Commercial Success Recent achievements have further cemented JDT's legacy, including a historic FA Cup hat-trick from 2022 to 2024/25. The crowning moment came in their record-breaking 6-1 victory over Selangor FC in the 2024-25 FA Cup final, marking the largest margin of victory since the tournament's inception in 1990. Their popularity continues to soar, evidenced by a record attendance of 34,644 fans at Sultan Ibrahim Stadium during their 2024-25 AFC Champions League Elite match against Buriram United, the most popular Thailand football club. Off the field, JDT's commercial success is equally impressive, with two This commercial expansion demonstrates the club's understanding that modern football success extends beyond the pitch. TMJ regularly shares updates about team developments, future plans, and even behind-the-scenes insights. This direct communication channel has created an unprecedented level of transparency and connection between the club's leadership and its supporters. Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
The Star
27-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
More than 4,600 hardcore poor families uplifted
Tunku Ismail tells the State Legislative Assembly at Bangunan Sultan Ismail, Kota Iskandar, that state must not overlook the needs of Johor citizens as it moves towards becoming a developed state. JOHOR is getting closer to its goal of reducing poverty after it successfully uplifted more than 4,600 hardcore poor families. Johor Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim said this included 234 households that were uplifted with the help of the state government in the first four months of this year. 'I have been informed that the state government assisted 4,378 heads of hardcore poor households during the first phase last year.' He said those households were no longer classified as hardcore poor as of July 31, 2024. According to him, as of April 29, another 234 households were moved out from that category, under the second phase. Tunku Ismail said this when officiating the fourth term of the 15th Johor State Legislative Assembly at Bangunan Sultan Ismail, Kota Iskandar. The Regent said he was pleased with the state government's commitment to safeguarding the people's welfare. 'I would like to express my appreciation to the state government for implementing various initiatives in collaboration with the Federal Government to make the elimination of hardcore poverty in Johor a reality. 'This commitment clearly reflects the concern and determination of the Johor government in safeguarding the welfare of its people, especially those in need.' He also said that the state must not overlook the needs of Johor citizens as it moved towards becoming a developed state. 'I hope priority will be given to the people of Johor when it comes to job opportunities and that greater efforts will be made to create more employment, especially high-paying jobs. 'Johor's economic growth must benefit all its people. 'The income levels of Johor citizens should also rise accordingly to help cope with the increasing cost of living,' he said. On a separate matter, Tunku Ismail said the Johor royal family hoped that all Johor citizens would have access to affordable homes. 'Housing for the people of Johor has always been a priority of the Johor royal family. 'Through the Johor Affordable Housing Scheme (RMMJ), every Johor citizen should be able to own a home without shouldering a burden that is too heavy to bear. 'A total of 21,000 units of RMMJ were completed as of last March, which is 70% of the target of 30,000 units by 2026. Of that number, 16,000 units have been occupied so far,' he said. In April, Johor Mentri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the state government planned to build 50,000 more affordable homes by 2029, after delivering 16,000 units in the past three years.
Malaysiakini
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
Tunku Ismail reiterates: 'No link to acid attack on footballer'
Johor Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim today reiterated that he has no link to the acid attack against national footballer Faisal Abdul Halim. In a Facebook post directed at his critics, Tunku Ismail expressed disappointment at attempts to link him to various negative incidents that happened in the country. These include a recent assault at...
Malaysiakini
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
Tunku Ismail reiterates: 'No link to acid attack on footballer'
Johor Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim today reiterated that he has no link to the acid attack against national footballer Faisal Abdul Halim. In a Facebook post directed at his critics, Tunku Ismail expressed disappointment at attempts to link him to various negative incidents that happened in the country. These include a recent assault at...
New Straits Times
19-05-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
TMJ: 'Use me fully for Malaysian football development'
JOHOR BARU: The Regent of Johor Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim has urged Malaysian football fans to "make full use" of him for the betterment and development of the sport, particularly involving Harimau Malaya. He believes this is a better approach than just hoping for Malaysian football to improve. Tunku Ismail, who is popularly known as TMJ, said there are people who don't want to see the naturalisation programme succeed. "They can't attack me directly, so instead, they criticise Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT), the M-League, and the national team. "I will continue to work on developing JDT and supporting the national team in whatever way I can. So you (football fans) should use me fully," he said. Tunku Ismail added that local football fans must distinguish between domestic competition and support for Harimau Malaya at international level. "JDT is recognised by Fifa and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), and we are among the top 10 clubs on the continent. Local football fans should be supporting that achievement. "But they can't separate domestic competition from national interest because of rivalry. For me, the two are completely different," he said.
