Kuala Lumpur City FC Edge Kelantan TRW 2–1 in Tight Super League Clash

Kuala Lumpur, 1 November 2025 — Kuala Lumpur City FC continued their impressive run in the Malaysia Super League 2025/26 with a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Kelantan The Real Warriors FC at home on Saturday evening.

Goals from Kpah Sherman and Zhafri Yahya secured the win for the City Boys, while a late strike from Syafiq Ismail gave Kelantan a glimmer of hope that ultimately fell short.

⚽ Match Summary

After an even first half that ended 0–0, the game burst into life after the break.
Kuala Lumpur City’s top scorer Kpah Sherman opened the scoring in the 65th minute, finishing calmly from Syamer Rasid’s cross to give the hosts the advantage.

Substitute Zhafri Yahya then doubled the lead in the 81st minute, capping off a brilliant attacking move orchestrated by Víctor Ruiz.

Kelantan TRW responded in stoppage time through Syafiq Ismail (90+3’), who converted from close range after a defensive lapse. However, it was too little, too late, as Kuala Lumpur City secured another three points and maintained their unbeaten streak.

🔵 Kuala Lumpur City FC (4–1–4–1)

Starting XI: Q. Kammeraad (GK), K. Azizi, G. Gallifuoco, A. N. Azlin, D. Lambert, S. K. Abba, S. Rasid, R. Lambert, V. Ruiz, N. Dumitru, K. Sherman

Substitutes Used: Zhafri Yahya (68’), Paulo Josué (68’), Syazwan Andik (90’), Gorka Larrucea (90’)

Manager: Risto Vidaković Savić

🔴 Kelantan TRW (4–4–2)

Starting XI: D. Damyanov (GK), S. Lyngbo, W. A. Afiq, A. P. Yeoulé, A. Sesay, F. Izdiham, A. Kang, N. A. A. Azih, D. H. Draman, M. K. I. Rosli, H. H. Aung

Substitutes Used: Syahir Abdul Rashid (76’), Saifu Izamander (76’), Ifedayo Olusegun (76’), Syafiq Ismail (80’), Habib Haroon Saeed (86’)

Manager: Elangowan a/l Elavarasan

🏁 Key Match Events

📈 Post-Match Analysis

Kuala Lumpur City showed composure and tactical balance, with Víctor Ruiz and R. Lambert controlling the midfield rhythm. Their passing combinations and pace on the flanks created multiple openings, and Kpah Sherman once again proved his clinical edge in front of goal.

Manager Risto Vidaković’s substitutions were decisive — particularly Zhafri Yahya, whose energy and movement stretched Kelantan’s defense and led to the crucial second goal.

Kelantan TRW, on the other hand, displayed determination but struggled to contain KL City’s fluid attack. Late introductions of Ifedayo Olusegun and Syafiq Ismail added attacking intent, yet defensive vulnerabilities cost them dearly.

🧠 What This Result Means

• Kuala Lumpur City FC climb to 2nd place in the Malaysia Super League table with 20 points, maintaining pressure on the league leaders.
• Kelantan TRW remain in 7th place on 11 points, needing greater consistency in upcoming fixtures.
• Kpah Sherman continues his impressive scoring streak, while Zhafri Yahya emerged as the super-sub hero of the evening.

🎙️ Manager Reactions

Risto Vidaković (KL City):

“We controlled the match from start to finish. The boys showed patience, quality, and maturity. It’s a big three points for us as we push toward the top.”

Elangowan a/l Elavarasan (Kelantan TRW):

“We made it difficult for ourselves with small errors. The effort was there, but we must be sharper in transitions. We’ll regroup for the next game.”

Kuala Lumpur City FC once again proved why they are serious contenders for the Malaysia Super League 2025/26 title. With discipline, creativity, and decisive finishing, the City Boys showed the maturity of a top team determined to challenge for silverware. Kelantan TRW, though resilient and spirited, will need to tighten their defense and rediscover their rhythm if they are to climb the table in the coming weeks.