MSL 2025-26 Sabah FC vs Selangor FC: Selangor FC Edge Past Sabah FC 2–1 in a Hard-Fought Away Victory
Kota Kinabalu, November 1, 2025 — Selangor FC clinched a valuable 2–1 away win over Sabah FC at the Likas Stadium in Round 9 of the Malaysia Super League 2025–26 season. Goals from Alvin Fortes and Faisal Halim overturned an early deficit after Fergus Tierney gave Sabah an early lead.
Match Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Competition | Malaysia Super League 2025–26 (Round 9) |
| Date | 1 November 2025 |
| Kick-off | 17:00 (Malaysia Time) |
| Venue | Likas Stadium, Kota Kinabalu |
| Final Score | Sabah FC 1–2 Selangor FC |
| Goal Scorers | F. Tierney (9’) – A. Fortes (44’), F. Halim (59’) |
| Additional Time | 2’ (1H), 5’ (2H) |
Sabah FC Squad 2025–26
Khairul Fahmi Che Mat, Ramzi Mustakim, Sakri Masri, Rawilson Batuil, Dominic Jun Jin Tan, Gabriel Peres, Dinesh Rajasingam, Dane Ingham, Azhad Harraz Arman, Saddil Ramdani, Fergus Tierney, Matías Cifuentes, W. L. Sousa, P. Autra, M. F. Roslan, J. F. Chew, K. Sathasivam, S. Bashah, A. Mujagić, O. Musawi, R. Shamsul Z. Khalili, and M. Abualnadi.
Selangor FC Squad 2025–26
Khairulazhan Khalid, Tauffiq Ar Rasyid Johar, Taylor Regan, Nicholas Swirad, Tamil Maran Manimaran, Harith Haiqal, Alvin Fortes, Faisal Halim, Chrigor Moraes, D. I. Marzizul, M. Abualnadi, O. Musawi, R. Shamsul, Z. Khalili, K. Sathasivam, and M. Cifuentes.
Early Lead for Sabah
The home side made a bright start, energizing the local crowd when Fergus Tierney opened the scoring in the 9th minute, finishing neatly past Selangor’s keeper after being set up by Matías Cifuentes. Sabah pressed high and looked confident in the opening exchanges.
Selangor’s Response
Despite the early setback, Selangor FC grew into the game and began controlling possession. Their persistence paid off just before half-time when Alvin Fortes equalized in the 44th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to make it 1–1 heading into the break.
Second-Half Turnaround
The visitors continued their momentum in the second half. Star winger Faisal Halim struck the decisive goal in the 59th minute, turning home a fine move to put Selangor ahead 2–1. The Red Giants then held firm defensively as Sabah struggled to find a breakthrough despite several late substitutions and attacking pushes.
Late Drama and Substitutions
Sabah made a series of changes in the final stages, including the introductions of W. L. Sousa and S. Bashah, but Selangor’s backline — marshaled by Sharul Nizam and Richardo Shamsul — stood strong. Referee added five minutes of additional time, during which A. Mujagić and D. I. Marzizul received cautions as tempers flared, but Selangor held on for the win.
Goal
| Minute | Team | Scorer |
|---|---|---|
| 9’ | Sabah FC | Fergus Tierney |
| 44’ | Selangor FC | Alvin Fortes |
| 59’ | Selangor FC | Faisal Halim |
Key Match Stats
- Full-Time: Sabah FC 1–2 Selangor FC
- Goals:
- Sabah: Fergus Tierney (9′)
- Selangor: Alvin Fortes (44′), Faisal Halim (59′)
- Stadium: Likas Stadium, Kota Kinabalu
- Competition: Malaysia Super League 2025–26, Round 9
- Date: November 1, 2025
Post-Match Reaction
Selangor head coach Tan Cheng Hoe praised his side’s resilience:
“We showed great character after going behind early. The players remained disciplined and deserved the three points.”
Meanwhile, Sabah boss Matías Cifuentes admitted frustration at the missed opportunities:
“We started well but couldn’t maintain the intensity. We must improve our defensive concentration.”
League Impact
The win sees Selangor FC strengthen their position in the upper half of the table, moving closer to the top four with 10 points, while Sabah FC, with identical points, will rue another home defeat that halts their momentum.
Read: Malaysia Super League Standings
Final Score
🏟️ Sabah FC 1–2 Selangor FC
⚽ Tierney 9’ – Fortes 44’, Halim 59’
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