Moraes brace ensures Red Giants march on
KUALA LUMPUR: Selangor preserved their spotless Super League record on Saturday, braving rain-soaked conditions at the MBPJ Stadium to dispatch struggling Penang 3-1, while Melaka FC pulled off an impressive comeback to stun KL City.
Selangor demonstrated their resilience by triumphing 3-1 against Penang in the Super League on a downpour-soaked day at the MBPJ Stadium. Despite heavy conditions, the Red Giants maintained their flawless record, claiming their fifth consecutive win. Brazilian star Chrigor Moraes put Selangor ahead in the 11th minute, and doubled the lead seven minutes after halftime.
Although Stefano Brundo equalized for Penang in the 69th minute, Zikri Khalili secured the victory for Selangor with a decisive goal in added-time. Meanwhile, Melaka FC staged a remarkable comeback to defeat KL City 3-2 at the Hang Jebat Stadium. Despite City's early goal, Melaka equalized in the first half and went on to win 2-2 before securing the win in the 86th minute.
Elsewhere, Negri Sembilan drew 1-1 with Sabah at the Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium in Paroi. The Rhinos secured a last-minute equalizer in stoppage time, preventing Sabah from securing a win and extending their own losing streak.
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