Negeri Sembilan FC were pushed to their limits before sealing a narrow 1–0 aggregate victory over Imigresen FC to confirm their place in the Malaysia Cup quarter-finals.

After a goalless draw in the first leg, the Round of 16 return fixture at Stadium Tuanku Abdul Rahman saw the hosts take control, with Luqman Hakim Shamsudin emerging as the match-winner.

Head coach Nidzam Jamil named a strong attacking line-up, featuring Luqman Hakim alongside A. Selvan, Jovan Motika and Joseph Esso, as Negeri Sembilan looked to impose themselves early.

Despite an entertaining contest from both sides, the first half ended scoreless—highlighted by a missed penalty from import midfielder Takumi Sasaki that denied the home side a breakthrough before the interval.

Negeri Sembilan returned with renewed intensity after the break, with slick combination play repeatedly testing the Imigresen FC defence. Their persistence finally paid off in the 61st minute when Luqman Hakim calmly converted to ignite celebrations among the home supporters.

Imigresen FC briefly thought they had equalised moments later, but the goal was ruled out after Fayadh Zulkifli Amin was adjudged to be in an offside position. The visitors continued to press in search of a response, yet disciplined defending and wayward finishing ensured the hosts protected their slender lead until the final whistle.

In the quarter-finals, Negeri Sembilan will face Selangor FC, who advanced after recording a commanding 5–1 aggregate win over Kelantan The Real Warriors FC.