GEORGE TOWN, March 17 (Bernama) -- Johor Darul Ta’zim's (JDT) head coach Hector Bidoglio is satisfied with his team's 3-0 victory over Penang FC in a Super League match at City Stadium last night.
Fielding his best starting eleven, Hector said the win augured well for his team's preparation for the Malaysia Cup final against Sri Pahang FC on April 12.
“All the time we intended to be protagonists, trying to move the ball from side to side. Today, in my opinion, the players performed well.
“The Malaysia Cup final is very important for us, and we need to stay focused and to continue growing,” he told a post-match press conference last night.
The Argentina-born coach praised the commitment of his team, who have already clinched the 2024/2025 Super League title.
He hoped that midfielder Arif Aiman’s injury was not too serious but said they would have to wait for the medical team’s assessment.
Penang head coach Wan Rohaimi Wan Ismail admitted that his players appeared nervous at the start, which led to them conceding an early goal.
He said the absence of four key players due to injuries also impacted the team, but commended the young players who stepped up for giving their best in the match.
"That’s a positive sign for Penang, and with three matches remaining, I hope the team’s momentum improves once our key players return,” he added.
Penang are lying in ninth place in the league, level on 20 points with Sri Pahang and Kedah Darul Aman.
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