Munoz praises youngster Daniesh after two-goal debut for JDT
KUALA LUMPUR: Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) coach Xisco Munoz believes Daniesh Amirruddin has the personality to make the step up at the Southern Tigers after the 20-year-old announced himself with two goals on his FA Cup debut.
Johor Darul Ta'iz (JDT) coach Xisco Munoz praised young midfielder Daniesh Amirruddin following his impressive two-goal performance in the FA Cup debut for the Southern Tigers. The 20-year-old, a former National Football Development Programme graduate, came on as a substitute in the second half against UM-Damansara United and scored in the 57th and 87th minutes.
His goals contributed to JDT's 10-0 victory, which secured their place in the FA Cup quarter-finals. Munoz highlighted Daniesh's speed, movement, and most importantly, his personality as key factors in his success. He compared Daniesh's development to that of the club's former wonderkid Arif Aiman Hanapi, who also progressed through JDT's youth system.
Daniesh's emergence echoes that of Arif's journey from the NFDP to the senior team, but it is still too early to draw firm comparisons. Munoz emphasized that JDT expects their young players to be ready and possess the personality to capitalize on opportunities when they arise. Daniesh will have another chance to impress when JDT host Negri Sembilan on September 11, before facing Buriram United in the AFC Champions League Elite on September 15. For now, Munoz is focusing on JDT's immediate domestic task before their Asian campaign.
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