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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.

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!

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.

Super League Thriller Ends in 5-3 Victory for JDT Over NSFC

The Super League clash between Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) and Negeri Sembilan FC (NSFC) treated fans to an electrifying display of attacking football at the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium last night.

In a pulsating encounter filled with end-to-end action, the defending champions ultimately secured a 5-3 win, but not without a strong challenge from the spirited visitors.

NSFC stunned the home crowd early when Joseph Esso opened the scoring in the 8th minute, before Jovan Motika doubled the lead just four minutes later.

The two-goal cushion was short-lived, as JDT pulled one back in the 38th minute through a precise header from Jon Irazabal, followed by Joao Figueiredo’s equaliser three minutes later.

The second half began with renewed intensity as Irazabal struck again in the 57th minute, swiftly followed by Ariff Aiman Hanapi’s goal just a minute later to give JDT a commanding lead.

NSFC refused to back down, with Motika netting his second of the match in the 60th minute to keep the contest alive. However, Bergson Da Silva sealed the victory for the Harimau Selatan with an acrobatic effort in stoppage time.

Speaking after the match, JDT head coach Xisco Muñoz praised his team’s fighting spirit despite acknowledging areas for improvement.

“I’m a positive person and will take time to understand this situation with the team. There were mistakes, but we must learn from them and strengthen both our defence and attack for the upcoming matches,” said Xisco.

NSFC head coach Mohd Nidzam Jamil lauded his players’ bravery in taking the game to a heavyweight opponent.

“I hope the players maintain this fearless approach in every match, especially in creating scoring opportunities against stronger sides. It’s not easy, but we must look at the positives and never take elite-level football lightly. Tonight, we learned a lot,” he said.

NSFC will now look to build on this spirited performance as they prepare for their next challenge in the Super League campaign.