TFC Coach Laments Costly Defensive Lapses In Selangor Defeat

KUALA NERUS, Aug 29 (Bernama) -- Terengganu FC (TFC) head coach Mohd Nafuzi Zain admitted that careless mistakes by his defensive line were the main reason for their 0-3 defeat to Selangor FC in a Super League match at Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin Stadium last night.

The former national Under-23 team coach said his players’ lapses in concentration proved costly, as they were punished with three goals in front of more than 11,000 spectators.

However, Nafuzi praised his players’ commitment and hard work, saying they continued to fight until the final minute of the match.

“We also failed to capitalise on several chances we had in the first half. We did not play as we should have and conceded three goals.

“Tonight, we lost to a strong team like Selangor. There are many things we can take from this match to further improve the team’s performance in the future,” he said after the match.

Meanwhile, The Red Giants’ head coach Kim Pan Gon said his players had to endure strong resistance before securing the impressive victory.

The former Harimau Malaya head coach praised his players’ style of play and fighting spirit, which enabled them to score three goals in the second half.

“I think it was a very tough game… the environment, circumstances and hot weather. But we did a great job. I am very proud of our players. They gave 100 per cent in this game.

“We have a very tough schedule this season, with three away games in a row. So I think we will focus on our recovery,” he said.

-- BERNAMA