Malaysian Super League – Football Scout

Johor Darul Ta’zim leading the way in Malaysia’s first foray into the Asian Champions League

Vietnam scored a goal in either half in their win over Malaysia to keep pace in Group A of the 2018 Suzuki Cup.

Malaysia were made to wait until late in the second half to secure their second victory in AFF Cup Group A following a spirited showing from Laos.

Norshahrul Idlan headed home the only goal of Malaysia’s Suzuki Cup opener against Cambodia.
On Thursday afternoon in AFC House in southern Kuala Lumpur, a Malaysian dream was realised as the name of a club from the country was pulled out of a ball and entered the group stage of the AFC Champions League. Next February Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) will be one of the continental big boys — or at least rub shoulders with them.
The only problem was that as the draw was held about three weeks earlier than usual — because the AFC has the 2019 Asian Cup starting in early January — the East Asian…

Robert Cornthwaite returns to Malaysia having ‘nothing to prove’

ESPN FC’s Jason Dasey gives an inside look at the 2015 Malaysia Cup final as Selangor were crowned champions for the 33rd time. Back for his second stint in Southeast Asia under ex-Melbourne Victory manager Mehmet Durakovic, former Socceroo Robert Cornthwaite will be hoping to taste Malaysia Cup glory once again. But he says his abrupt departure from Western Sydney Wanderers still lingers on his mind.
The ex-club captain admits that his world was turned upside down when manager Tony Popovic quit before the start of the 2017-18 A-League season last October, to be replaced by Josep Gombau.
Within weeks, Cornthwaite found himself…

Former S.League Golden Boot Rafael Ramazotti joins PKNS

With a number of Singapore stars leaving the S League for the 2018 season, Jason Dasey and PJ Roberts discuss how the league will cope without some of the top players.

After a winless 2017, Malaysia’s new head coach Tan Cheng Hoe hopes to turn around his side’s fortunes.

ESPN FC’s Jason Dasey and Dez Corkhill discuss Kelantan’s great escape from relegation and prospects for the 2018 season.
Two-time S.League Golden Boot winner Rafael Ramazotti has agreed a deal to join PKNS for the 2018 Malaysia Super League (MSL) season.
Ramazotti moves from Brunei’s DPMM, where he was instrumental to the club’s 2015 S.League triumph under former Blackburn Rovers boss Steve Kean.
The Brazilian earned his first Golden Boot that year, when he struck 21 league goals and netted 20 times the following year to retain the award.
PKNS are keen to have a better season under former Malaysia head coach K. Rajagobal…

Perak want to ‘do a Leicester’ by stunning JDT in 2018 MSL

After a winless 2017, Malaysia’s new head coach Tan Cheng Hoe hopes to turn around his side’s fortunes.
Perak have been backed to take inspiration from Leicester City by pulling off a stunning upset to lift the Malaysia Super League (MSL) title in 2018.
Leicester shocked the football world in 2016 as they became Premier League champions, having ended the previous campaign down in 14th spot.
And Perak’s First Minister Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir believes the Bos Gaurus can become MSL champions this year, ending Johor Darul Ta’zim’s (JDT) four-year reign.
“When Leicester won the English Premier League…

Selangor FA denied return to Shah Alam Stadium for 2018 MSL

Jason Dasey speaks with Tampines Rovers general manager Desmund Khusnin to discuss the 2018 AFC Cup draw.

Jason Dasey and John Wilkinson discuss Pep Guardiola’s promise to visit JDT if Manchester City win the Premier League title.

Thai stars Teerasil Dangda, Teerathon Bunmathan and Chanathip Songkrasin out on loan to the J-League for the 2018 season.

With Hassan Sunny and Safuwan Baharudin set to join new clubs, PJ Roberts says more Singapore internationals should be playing abroad.

ESPN FC’s Jason Dasey and Stanley Bernard discuss JDT’s fight with ex-coach Mario Gomez.
Homeless Selangor FA have hit out at the state government after being denied the opportunity to return to Shah Alam Stadium.
The Malaysia Super League (MSL) club’s plan to play this year’s home games at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil fell through after guarantees could not be provided over availability.
But MSL rivals PKNS and Premier Leage club Felcra will be hosting visitors to the Shah Alam, forcing Selangor to look elsewhere.
Last season, they used Selayang Stadium as their base, but the…

Vietnam suffer extra-time defeat to Uzbekistan in AFC U23 final

Jason Dasey and John Wilkinson assess the 2018 hopes of Vietnam, Philippines and Myanmar.

Gaining glory for Vietnam wasn’t easy for Le Cong Vinh, who’s passion for football has been in his soul since a young age.
Vietnam’s hearts were broken as Andrey Sidorov struck the winning goal in the final minute of extra-time to give Uzbekistan victory in a snowy AFC U23 Championship final in China.
The Southeast Asian side had recovered from conceding an early goal to Rustamjon Ashurmatov’s header as Quang Hai struck a superb free kick to level the score at 1-1.
It remained deadlocked until the 119th minute, when Sidirov, who had just come on as a substitute, volleyed home from close range to seal the title for the…

JDT stars Dominic Tan, Syamer Kutty to go to Portugal

Jason Dasey speaks with Tampines Rovers general manager Desmund Khusnin to discuss the 2018 AFC Cup draw.
Two of Malaysia’s under-23 squad are set for a year in Portugal as their club Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) look to support their development.
Centre-back Dominic Tan and midfielder Syamer Kutty Abba are ready for a one-year loan deal at Portuguese third-tier side Vilaverdense FC.
20-year-old Tan started all four games in Malaysia’s run to the quarterfinals at the AFC U23 Championship in China this month, while Syamer — also 20 — came off the bench in three of their matches.
Now, both have the opportunity…

Ong Kim Swee to Atletico Madrid as Malaysia target 2020 Olympics

After a winless 2017, Malaysia’s new head coach Tan Cheng Hoe hopes to turn around his side’s fortunes.

Jason Dasey and John Wilkinson discuss Pep Guardiola’s promise to visit JDT if Manchester City win the Premier League title.

ESPN’s Jason Dasey and Dez Corkhill share their thoughts of Johor Darul Ta’zim’s tour of Thailand and their AFC Champions League chances.

Jason Dasey and John Wilkinson debate whether or not Malaysia can make a big impression at the U23 Asian Championships.

Jason Dasey and PJ Roberts break down Malaysia U23’s upcoming fixtures against Saudi Arabia, Iraq and Jordan.

PJ Roberts delves into JDT’s recent signings that will strengthen the Malaysian champions in 2018.
Malaysia under-23 coach Ong Kim Swee is heading to Atletico Madrid to develop his skills after leading the Young Tigers to the quarterfinals of the AFC U23 Championship.
Malaysia defied the odds by finishing ahead of Jordan and Saudi Arabia to reach the last eight of the continental tournament.
And Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) president Tunku Ismail Ibrahim (TMJ) confirmed that the mastermind of the under-23s impressive performance in China was travelling to Spain as the country bids to…

JDT to focus on MSL, not AFC Cup after Muang Thong thrashing

Thai stars Teerasil Dangda, Teerathon Bunmathan and Chanathip Songkrasin out on loan to the J-League for the 2018 season.

Jason Dasey and John Wilkinson discuss Pep Guardiola’s promise to visit JDT if Manchester City win the Premier League title.

With Hassan Sunny and Safuwan Baharudin set to join new clubs, PJ Roberts says more Singapore internationals should be playing abroad.

Jason Dasey speaks with Tampines Rovers general manager Desmund Khusnin to discuss the 2018 AFC Cup draw.

ESPN FC’s Jason Dasey and Stanley Bernard discuss JDT’s fight with ex-coach Mario Gomez.
Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) skipper Safiq Rahim admits his team’s focus will switch to securing direct qualification for the 2019 AFC Champions League (ACL), following the 5-2 thrashing by Muang Thong United in this year’s Second Preliminary Round.
An early capitulation from the Malaysia Super League (MSL) champions on Tuesday night saw them 3-0 down by the half-hour mark, effectively ending their ACL dream for another year.
They still have the AFC Cup to aim for as they go into a group featuring Singapore’s…

JDT thrashed by Muang Thong in ACL playoff in Thailand

Thai stars Teerasil Dangda, Teerathon Bunmathan and Chanathip Songkrasin out on loan to the J-League for the 2018 season.

Jason Dasey and John Wilkinson discuss Pep Guardiola’s promise to visit JDT if Manchester City win the Premier League title.

With Hassan Sunny and Safuwan Baharudin set to join new clubs, PJ Roberts says more Singapore internationals should be playing abroad.

Jason Dasey speaks with Tampines Rovers general manager Desmund Khusnin to discuss the 2018 AFC Cup draw.

ESPN FC’s Jason Dasey and Stanley Bernard discuss JDT’s fight with ex-coach Mario Gomez.
Muang Thong United striker Heberty Fernandes put on an attacking masterclass as the Thais thumped Malaysia’s Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) 5-2 in a surprisingly one-sided AFC Champions League (ACL) Second Preliminary Round.
JDT’s defensive frailty was ruthlessly exposed by Heberty and his teammates, with the Brazilian netting twice, while Sarach Yooyen, Tristan Do and Theerathon Bunmathan also got on the scoresheet.
Pereyra Diaz pulled two back in added time for the beleaguered visitors to salvage some…

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