Negeri Sembilan FC Interim Head Coach Rajan Koran is set to roll out an enhanced tactical approach as the Jang travel to face Sabah FC at Stadium Likas tomorrow.
Entrusted with the responsibility following the resignation of Nidzam Jamil, Rajan expressed his gratitude to the club’s management for the confidence placed in him to guide the team through this transitional phase.
“I accept this challenge with full responsibility and determination to give my very best,” he said.
Tactical Refinement for a Fresh Start
Aware of the need to inject renewed momentum into the squad, Rajan revealed that his primary focus throughout the week has been to fine-tune the team’s playing structure. Targeted tactical adjustments have been introduced in training sessions to address shortcomings from the previous outing, with the effectiveness of the revamped system set to be tested in his first match in charge at Likas.
The encounter presents a stern challenge. Sabah are widely regarded as formidable on home soil, backed by passionate support that often transforms Likas into a fortress. Nevertheless, NSFC have crafted a refreshed game plan designed to absorb pressure intelligently while launching incisive attacks against the hosts.
No Complacency Despite Past Victory
Although NSFC recorded an impressive 3-0 victory over Sabah in Paroi earlier this season, Rajan dismissed any notion of complacency.
“Previous results will not be taken into account. That match is in the past, and we will focus on one game at a time. Sabah are now guided by a new coach, so we do not know exactly what tactical setup or formation they will employ. But as a coach, I have prepared NSFC mentally and physically to adapt to this new system,” he added.
Squad Update Ahead of Likas Clash
Overall, the NSFC camp remains in satisfactory physical condition, with only a handful of players nursing minor knocks.
However, the Jang will be without two key figures for this important away fixture. Yuichi Hirano serves a one-match suspension following a red card in the clash against Imigresen FC last week, while Joseph Esso is also unavailable after accumulating three yellow cards.
Despite these absences, the team heads to Likas with renewed belief, a refined tactical blueprint, and a collective determination to rise to the occasion.