Terengganu falls to Selangor II in Pre-Season Friendly

Terengganu faced off against Selangor II in a pre-season friendly at the Selangor FC Training Centre. The match kicked off with Terengganu fielding a strong lineup featuring new signings Safawi Rasid, Manuel Ott, Ismaheel Akinade, and Matthew Steenvoorden.

The first half concluded without either team finding the back of the net, with both sides unable to break the deadlock. However, the second half saw the action intensify, as Terengganu struck first in the 50th minute through Nik Sharif Haseefy, a former Selangor player.

Selangor II replied quickly, with Haikal Danish equalizing just five minutes later. The momentum stayed with Selangor II as Aiman Hakim netted a goal in the 65th minute, putting his team in the lead.

The match ended with Selangor II claiming a 2-1 victory over Terengganu, despite the latter’s efforts to stage a comeback. The defeat means Terengganu will now set their sights on their upcoming friendly against the PDRM team, scheduled for Tuesday, as they look to wrap up their preparations for the 2024/2025 season.

In the end, the day belonged to Selangor II, who showcased their resilience and attacking prowess to come from behind and secure the victory. Terengganu, on the other hand, will have to regroup and analyze their performance ahead of the new season.

As the pre-season continues, both teams will be looking to fine-tune their strategies and build momentum for the challenges that lie ahead. The friendly encounter provided valuable insights for the coaches and players, highlighting areas that require improvement before the competitive fixtures commence.

With the season fast approaching, fans can expect more thrilling encounters as teams gear up to battle for glory on the football field. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis as the football action unfolds.