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| UiTM FC | 10.50 |
| Draw | 6.00 |
| LionsXII | 1.18 |
Malaysia FA Cup Preview: UiTM vs LionsXII
V.Sundramoorthy's men will be going up against a UiTM side that has not played a single game yet this year
By Keeshaanan Sundaresan
Football Association of Malaysia
LionsXII will be visiting the UiTM Mini Stadium in Shah Alam on Saturday night as they prepare to face UiTM in their FA Cup clash. V. Sundramoorthy's men have been in terrific shape as of late, and Shahril Ishak's splendid form will make this clash an all intriguing one.
UiTM FC have not played a single match this year, with the FAM League being postponed indefinitely due to several issues relating to the participating teams' insurance. They are regarded as mid-tablers in the FAM League, and finished in seventh place last year, with only 24 four points in the bag.
Their weakness in defence is visible through statistics, with UiTM having scored 27 goals, but also conceding the exact same number in 20 league matches last year. However, a squad revamp took place in the off-season, and they may spring a surprise on the away side.
Nonetheless, it is vital to note that LionsXII are showing no signs of easing off their impressive run of form. A 1-1 draw against Selangor in the highly-anticipated derby clash was followed by a morale-boosting win over Negeri Sembilan at home. Their run of form continued with a crucial away win over Perak last Tuesday, in which Shahril Ishak netted two goals.
The skipper has already scored five goals in his last three matches and is likely to start again upfront on Saturday. Sufian Anuar has been impressive, but a starting berth could be given to Agu Casmir, to revitalize his goalscoring form. Madhu Mohana is likely to keep his place at right back, while Hariss Harun will continue to dictate from midfield.
The stage has been set for a David vs Goliath battle. But while the away side head into this one as massive favourites, predictability will never be a cliche in football.
UiTM FC have not played a single match this year, with the FAM League being postponed indefinitely due to several issues relating to the participating teams' insurance. They are regarded as mid-tablers in the FAM League, and finished in seventh place last year, with only 24 four points in the bag.
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Their weakness in defence is visible through statistics, with UiTM having scored 27 goals, but also conceding the exact same number in 20 league matches last year. However, a squad revamp took place in the off-season, and they may spring a surprise on the away side.
Nonetheless, it is vital to note that LionsXII are showing no signs of easing off their impressive run of form. A 1-1 draw against Selangor in the highly-anticipated derby clash was followed by a morale-boosting win over Negeri Sembilan at home. Their run of form continued with a crucial away win over Perak last Tuesday, in which Shahril Ishak netted two goals.
The skipper has already scored five goals in his last three matches and is likely to start again upfront on Saturday. Sufian Anuar has been impressive, but a starting berth could be given to Agu Casmir, to revitalize his goalscoring form. Madhu Mohana is likely to keep his place at right back, while Hariss Harun will continue to dictate from midfield.
The stage has been set for a David vs Goliath battle. But while the away side head into this one as massive favourites, predictability will never be a cliche in football.
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Field Report
Reader's Predictions
Top 3 Predictions
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UiTM FC 0-2 LionsXII
- 24.24 %
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UiTM FC 0-4 LionsXII
- 9.09 %
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UiTM FC 0-3 LionsXII
- 9.09 %
| Malaysia FA Cup (FA) | Feb 18, 2012 | UiTM FC 0 - LionsXII 3 |
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| Feb 18, 2012 | UiTM FC 0 - LionsXII 3 | FA |
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| May 22, 2012 | LionsXII 3 - Sarawak FA 0 | MSL |
| May 15, 2012 | Kuala Lumpur FA 0 - LionsXII 0 | MSL |
| May 12, 2012 | LionsXII 3 - Kedah FA 3 | MSL |
| May 8, 2012 | Felda United FC 0 - LionsXII 2 | MSL |
| May 4, 2012 | Kelantan FA 3 - LionsXII 0 | MSL |
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Results
Times In SGT
Match News
Top Scorers
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Shahril Ishak
Midfielder LionsXII |
1 | 0 |
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Joseph Kalang Tie
Midfielder Terengganu |
1 | 0 |
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Sufian Anuar
Striker LionsXII |
1 | 0 |