Category: Matchday

A Meaningful Debut for Hakimi Abdullah

Hakimi Abdullah finally marked his debut for Negeri Sembilan FC (NSFC) in the recent clash against Kuching City FC, after being sidelined through injury during the pre-season.

His return couldn’t have been more impactful. Deep into stoppage time, Hakimi delivered a precise corner kick that was expertly met by Luis Enrique Nsue, whose towering header secured a dramatic equalizer for the Hobin Jang Hobin.

The moment not only highlighted Hakimi’s technical quality but also underlined his importance to the squad moving forward. With his return, NSFC look more balanced and confident as they continue their Liga Super campaign.

📌 Key Highlights:

  • Official debut for Hakimi Abdullah following a pre-season injury layoff.
  • His corner kick created the dramatic late equalizer scored by Luis Enrique.
  • A debut to remember that lifted the spirits of 24,000+ fans at Paroi.

⚽ With Hakimi back on the pitch, Negeri Sembilan FC gain another valuable weapon in their pursuit of consistency and success this season.

Liga Super 2025/26: Negeri Sembilan Dominates Week 4 Attendance

Negeri Sembilan FC (NSFC) once again stamped their mark off the pitch by recording the highest attendance in Matchweek 4 of the Liga Super 2025/26.

The clash between NSFC and Kuching City FC on 29 August at the Stadium Tuanku Abdul Rahman (STAR), Paroi, drew an impressive 24,428 supporters, making it not only the highest figure of the week but also the second-highest attendance at STAR this season.

The thrilling encounter ended in a 2-2 draw, keeping fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.

Other Notable Attendances

  • Selangor FC vs Terengganu FC (6,055 spectators)
    The Red Giants entertained their home fans in Shah Alam with a commanding 5-2 win over Terengganu FC.
  • Sabah FC vs Melaka FC (4,028 spectators)
    Although technically a rescheduled Week 1 fixture, the Likas Stadium still attracted over 4,000 fans as Sabah were held to a 1-1 draw against newcomers Melaka FC.
  • Penang FC vs Kelantan TRW (2,013 spectators)
    Penang’s hopes of a first home win were dashed when Ifedayo Olusegun struck to give Kelantan TRW a crucial 1-0 away victory at the Bandaraya Stadium.
  • Imigresen FC vs Johor Darul Ta’zim (673 spectators)
    Despite a modest turnout, JDT proved their quality with a comfortable win over Imigresen FC at Batu Kawan.
  • KL City FC vs PDRM FC (616 spectators)
    In the Klang Valley derby, The City Boys delighted the home crowd with victory against The Cops at Stadium Bola Sepak Kuala Lumpur.

Break Before FIFA Calendar

With Matchweek 4 concluded, the Liga Super now pauses to make way for the international FIFA calendar. League action will resume with Matchweek 5 from 19 to 22 September, including a much-anticipated clash between Imigresen FC and Negeri Sembilan FC on 20 September.

📊 Key Highlight: NSFC has now dominated attendance charts for two consecutive home matches, showcasing the incredible passion of their fanbase in Paroi.

Negeri Sembilan Fight Back to Hold Kuching City in Thrilling 2-2 Draw

SEREMBAN, 29 August 2025 – Negeri Sembilan FC (NSFC) were forced to settle for a 2-2 draw against Kuching City FC in their Super League clash at the Stadium Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Paroi, despite a spirited comeback in front of more than 24,000 fans.

The evening began on the back foot for the home side when Ahmad Danial Ahmad Asri struck a thunderous effort in the 8th minute to give the visitors an early lead.

Kuching City doubled their advantage just after the restart through Wanja Ronald Ngah in the 47th minute, leaving NSFC with a mountain to climb.

But the Hobin Jang Hobin spirit came alive in the final stages. Joseph Esso pulled one back in the 78th minute with a clinical finish inside the box, sparking renewed belief among the Paroi faithful.

The roar grew louder when defender Luis Enrique Nsue Etugu rose to the occasion, netting the equaliser to secure a point for Negeri Sembilan.

With the draw, NSFC now collect four points from three matches in the campaign and will look to build on their momentum in the coming fixtures.

MSL 25/26: Negeri Sembilan FC Versus Kuching City FC Ticket Sales Info

Tickets for the Malaysia Super League 25/26 match between Negeri Sembilan FC and Kuching City FC on 29 August 2025 at Stadium Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Paroi will be on sale!

Click the link below to purchase:

https://tickethotline.com.my/events/NSEVSKUC

Choose Pintu A, Pintu B, or Pintu C sections only for home fans.

Physical Ticket Sales Information – MSL 25/26

🗓️ 26, 27, 28 & 29 August 2025 (Tuesday to Friday)
📍 NSFC Office, Wisma PBNS, Medan Rahang
🕰️ 10.00 AM – 4.00 PM

🗓️ 29 August 2025 (Friday)
📍 Stadium Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Paroi
🔄 Grandstand Ticket Counter – 7 & 13
🕰️ 5.00 PM – 9.45 PM

Let’s Fill Paroi!

Matchweek 3: NSFC vs Selangor Tops Attendance Charts with 25,550

Two fixtures in the third week of the Malaysia Super League 2025/26 recorded five-figure attendances, showcasing the strong pull of domestic football across the country.

Paroi Steals the Spotlight

The headline clash between Negeri Sembilan FC (NSFC) and Selangor FC at the Stadium Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Paroi, drew an electric crowd of 25,550 fans.

The passionate home support played its part as NSFC came from behind to seal a dramatic 2-1 victory, powered by a late brace from Japanese forward Mio Tsuneyasu.

Big Night in Kuching

Meanwhile in Sarawak, Kuching City FC welcomed defending champions Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) to the Stadium Negeri, Kuching. The clash attracted 12,705 spectators, with the Southern Tigers edging a narrow 1-0 win courtesy of Jairo da Silva’s strike.

Other Notable Figures

  • Sabah FC vs Kelantan The Real Warriors: The third-highest turnout of the week was at the Likas Stadium, where 6,438 fans witnessed a tense goalless draw.
  • Brunei DPMM FC vs Terengganu FC: The Hassanal Bolkiah Stadium hosted 5,425 supporters, but the home crowd endured a tough night as Terengganu thrashed DPMM 5-0.
  • PDRM FC vs Melaka FC: The lowest attendance of the week was recorded at the Selayang Stadium, with only 320 fans present to watch PDRM and Melaka battle.

What’s Next?

The fourth round of fixtures will take place from 27 to 30 August 2025, including the rescheduled tie between Sabah FC and Melaka FC on 29 August.

With attendances already surging past the 20,000 mark in Paroi and consistent figures in Kuching, the Malaysia Super League continues to demonstrate its ability to capture the passion of football fans nationwide.

Mio Tsuneyasu the Hero as NSFC Stun Selangor at Paroi

Paroi, 24 August 2025 – Negeri Sembilan FC (NSFC) registered their first Super League victory of the season in dramatic fashion, coming from behind to defeat Selangor FC 2-1 in front of a roaring 25,550 fans at Stadium Tuanku Abdul Rahman.

Selangor Strike First

The visitors started strongly, with early pressure paying off in the 12th minute. Richmond Tetteh Ankrah rose highest to head home from a Laine Nooa Hamzah corner, leaving NSFC goalkeeper Azri Ghani with no chance.

The goal spurred The Jang into action. Joseph Esso almost equalised in the 20th minute with a sharp effort, only to be denied by Selangor goalkeeper Kalamullah Al-Hafiz. The Red Giants’ shot-stopper was again called into action on the stroke of half-time, tipping away a thunderous free-kick from Harith Samsuri.

Tactical Switch Turns the Tide

Head coach Mohd Nidzam Jamil made a bold substitution in the 70th minute, introducing Japanese forward Mio Tsuneyasu for A. Selvan. The move proved decisive.

Tsuneyasu wasted no time making his mark, latching onto the ball to fire home the equaliser in the 82nd minute, sending Paroi into raptures.

With the game seemingly headed for a draw, Tsuneyasu struck again in stoppage time (90+3), clinically finishing a counter-attack to complete his brace and seal all three points for Negeri Sembilan.

Statement Victory for Sang Rusa

The comeback marked a significant moment for NSFC, who had impressed in their opening two fixtures despite mixed results. After pushing defending champions JDT in a 3–5 thriller and demolishing PDRM 5–0 in the FA Cup, this victory against Selangor showcased the team’s resilience and attacking depth.

With Tsuneyasu’s heroics, NSFC not only claimed their first win of the season but also sent a strong message to the rest of the league: the Sang Rusa are ready to challenge.

📍 Full-Time:
Negeri Sembilan FC 2–1 Selangor FC
⚽ Mio Tsuneyasu (82’, 90+3’) | Richmond Tetteh Ankrah (12’)

Attendance: 25,550

Warrix Sepak & Menang Challenge

Good news for all Hobin Card holders! ⚽✨
Warrix Malaysia, together with Negeri Sembilan FC, will be hosting the Warrix Sepak & Menang Challenge during half-time of the match against Selangor FC this Sunday!

How to Join:

  1. 📲 Scan the QR code above.
  2. 🎟 Make sure you are a Hobin membership cardholder.
  3. 📝 Fill in your details.
  4. ✅ Five lucky participants will be contacted to join the challenge.
  5. 🥅 Score a goal during the challenge and win RM200 Warrix cash vouchers!

🔥 Don’t miss the chance to make half-time at Paroi even more exciting. Let’s make it a night to remember, Jang family!

MSL 25/26: Negeri Sembilan FC Versus Selangor FC Ticket Sales Info

Tickets for the Malaysia Super League 25/26 match between Negeri Sembilan FC and Selangor FC on 24 August 2025 at Stadium Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Paroi are now on sale!

Click the link below to purchase:

https://tickethotline.com.my/events/NSFCvsSFC

Choose Pintu A, Pintu B, or Pintu C sections only for home fans.

Physical Ticket Sales Information – MSL 25/26

🗓️ 21 & 22 August 2025 (Thursday & Friday)
📍 NSFC Office, Wisma PBNS, Medan Rahang
🕰️ 10.00 AM – 4.00 PM

🗓️ 23 & 24 August 2025 (Saturday & Sunday)
📍 Stadium Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Paroi
🔄 Grandstand – Counter B & Counter C
🕰️ Saturday: 10.00 AM – 5.00 PM, Sunday: 5.00 PM – 9.45 PM

Let’s Fill Paroi!

Negeri Sembilan Thrash PDRM 5–0 in FA Cup First Leg

Negeri Sembilan FC (NSFC) delivered a statement performance at home, dismantling PDRM FC with a commanding 5–0 victory in the first leg of the FA Cup Round of 16 at Stadium Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Paroi.

Head coach Mohd Nidzam Jamil fielded a strong lineup with Azri Ghani between the posts, captain Takumi Sasaki marshalling the midfield, and Jovan Motika spearheading the attack. PDRM, meanwhile, had Ifwat Akmal in goal and Kyaw Min Oo wearing the armband.

First Half: Fast and Furious

The Jangs made a blistering start when Motika converted a free kick in the 2nd minute after a defensive lapse from the visitors. The match tilted further in NSFC’s favor when PDRM’s Noel Agbre was shown a red card in the 9th minute, forcing The Cops to play with ten men for most of the night.

Despite being a man down, PDRM created a scare in the 37th minute through Fadi Awad, but his effort flew wide. Motika struck again in the 40th minute following a brilliant build-up from Sasaki, before Joseph Esso added a third just before halftime.

NSFC nearly grabbed a fourth, but Sasaki’s goal was ruled out after a foul on the goalkeeper, sending the home side into the break with a comfortable 3–0 lead.

Second Half: Closing the Show

After the restart, NSFC continued to press, with Sasaki once again denied a goal by the referee. Substitutions injected fresh energy, and in the 74th minute, Japanese midfielder Mio Tsuneyasu dazzled the Paroi crowd with a composed finish inside the box to make it 4–0.

Esso rounded off the scoring in the 82nd minute, netting his second of the night to ensure NSFC head into the return leg at Selayang with a five-goal cushion.

Looking Ahead

The emphatic win marks NSFC’s first clean sheet of the season, highlighting their attacking firepower and defensive solidity. Next, the Jangs shift focus to the Super League clash against Selangor FC on August 24, while PDRM prepare to host Melaka FA in their upcoming fixture.

PIALA FA 25/26: Negeri Sembilan FC Versus PDRM FC Ticket Sales Info

Tickets for the Piala FA 2025–26 match between Negeri Sembilan FC and PDRM FC on 18 August 2025 at Stadium Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Paroi are now on sale!

Click the link below to purchase:

https://tickethotline.com.my/events/piala-fa-malaysia-2025-2026-negeris-sembilan-fc-vs-pdrm-fc?source=home

Choose Pintu A, Pintu B, or Pintu C sections only for home fans.

Physical Ticket Sales Information – FA Cup 2025 (Round of 16)

🗓️ 14, 15 & 18 August 2025 (Thursday, Friday & Monday)
📍 NSFC Office, Wisma PBNS, Medan Rahang
🕰️ 10.00 AM – 4.00 PM

🗓️ 18 August 2025 (Monday)
📍 Stadium Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Paroi
🔄 Grandstand – Counter B & Counter C
🕰️ 5.00 PM – 9.45 PM

Let’s Fill Paroi!