{
  "id": 2987750,
  "title": "McAllister thrilled with DPMM's winning start",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/mcallister-thrilled-with-dpmms-winning-start",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-24T09:24:34.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/football/2026/08/1517909/mcallister-thrilled-dpmms-winning-start"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "DPMM head coach Jamie McAllister expressed his delight with his new team following their impressive 1-0 victory over Penang in the Super League. The Portuguese striker Miguel Oliveira scored the decisive goal in the second half to secure a clean sheet for DPMM. McAllister commended the squad's patience and tactical discipline, noting that integrating 10 new signings over six weeks had been crucial. He highlighted the team's ability to handle Penang's late aerial assaults and praised the defensive effort during the match. McAllister credited the club management for the quick development of the new-look squad and emphasized that the victory provided a solid foundation for the season. The turning point came when Penang was reduced to 10 men, which allowed DPMM to capitalize on the numerical advantage. Despite the challenge of playing with 10 men under hot conditions, McAllister acknowledged Penang's spirit and the team's efforts while acknowledging the need for improvement in finishing and goalkeeping.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR: DPMM head coach Jamie McAllister hailed the character of his newly assembled squad after they opened their Super League campaign with a gritty 1-0 victory over Penang at the City Stadium on Sunday.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}