Negeri Sembilan FC (NSFC) goalkeeper Azri Ghani is prepared to deliver his very best as the Hobin Jang Hobin prepare to face the formidable challenge of 11-time consecutive Super League champions Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) at the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium tomorrow night.
The experienced shot-stopper admits last season’s encounters against JDT did not produce favourable results, but he is determined to turn the tide in the 2025–2026 campaign.
“My record against JDT last season wasn’t great. This year, I want to produce a strong performance and help the team compete at 100 percent. We aim to leave the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium with a positive result, InshaAllah,” said Azri, who has represented the Malaysian national team.
Meanwhile, Japanese midfielder Takumi Sasaki is ready to shoulder creative responsibilities in the heart of midfield, determined to unlock JDT’s defence by maximising the attacking strengths of NSFC’s forwards and wingers.
“We have excellent strikers and wingers in the squad. My role is to create opportunities for them, and we work hard to attack and defend together as a team – especially when facing strong opponents like JDT,” he said.
Tomorrow’s clash will serve as a significant early-season test for head coach Nidzam Jamil and his men as they aim to begin their Super League campaign with confidence and resilience against one of the most dominant forces in Malaysian football.
