Selangor FC have advanced to the Semi-Finals of the ACC Shopee Cup™ 2025/26 after securing a point in a 1-1 draw against BG Pathum United FC yesterday.

The first half saw the Red Giants reduced to ten men after Alvin Fortes received a red card. Despite this setback, the team’s spirit remained unbroken. Selangor FC took the lead in the 36th minute when Faisal Halim calmly converted a smart assist from Chrigor Moraes.

The second half saw constant pressure from BG Pathum United FC, before Selangor inadvertently scored an own goal in the 64th minute to level the match at 1-1. Selangor held firm until the final whistle, securing qualification to the Shopee Cup semi-finals despite the draw. Having picked up nine points, the team secured second place in the group, narrowly behind Buriram United FC on goal difference.

According to Kim Pan-gon, Selangor FC’s Head Coach, he is proud of the mentality and team spirit displayed by his players.

“First of all, I am very proud of all the players and our supporters in yesterday’s match. BG Pathum United FC is a very strong team, but we prepared well and it paid off. Even playing with 10 men, the team showed great spirit, desire, and mental strength. They performed as true Red Giants, with exceptional team spirit. I am very proud of them. It was a truly fantastic and remarkable match,” said Kim Pan-gon.

Several key points stood out from the #SFCBGP match in the ACC Shopee Cup™:-

Selangor FC advanced to the Semi-Finals – Buriram United FC (first) and Selangor FC (second) qualified from Group A.

Solid defensive display – 25 clearances, 27 duels won, 86% tackle success rate (6/7), showing discipline and strong organisation under heavy pressure in the second half.

Kalamullah Al-Hafiz excels – Calm and assured performance, denying three attempts, matching the xGOT faced (0.78) and recording +0.78 goals prevented, keeping Selangor FC in control.

Chrigor Moraes named Man of the Match #SFCBGP – Produced the key assist for the opening goal and contributed strongly throughout the match.

Faisal Halim continues fine form – Seven goals in the last five matches, 19 goals overall, marking his best season yet with the Red and Yellow squad.

Next, Selangor FC will travel to the Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium on Sunday, 8 February, for the first leg of the Malaysia Cup 2025/26 Quarter-Finals against Negeri Sembilan FC at 9 pm. For those unable to make it to the stadium, join us at Suasana Market Hall, Shah Alam, for the #NSESFC watch party and let’s come together to show our support for the team!!

The Management of Selangor FC would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the 3,302 supporters who came and fought alongside the team yesterday, celebrating qualification to the ACC Shopee Cup™ 2025/26 Semi-Finals together.

Demi Kebanggaan!

Starting XI: Kalamullah Al-Hafiz, Quentin Cheng, Mohammad Abualnadi, Richmond Ankrah, Nooa Laine, Faisal Halim ©, Noor Al Rawabdeh, Hugo Boumous, Alvin Fortes, Mamadou Diarra, Chrigor Moraes.

Substitutions: 68’ Haiqal Lau > Hugo Boumous, 85’ Zikri Khalili > Quentin Cheng, 90+1’ Izwan Yuslan > Faisal Halim.