SERIAN: Serian FA maintained their dominance in the Southern Zone as Paul Sambang netted a brilliant hat-trick to sink Sri Aman FA in their league encounter at Stadium MD Siburan today.
Serian pressed aggressively from the start, creating multiple chances but struggling to convert as their attacks failed to find the net.
Sri Aman held firm under pressure, frustrating the home side with disciplined defending.
The breakthrough finally arrived in the 41st minute when Paul rose highest to nod home a well-delivered cross, giving Serian the lead just before halftime.
Serian returned from the break with renewed energy, and Paul doubled the advantage in the 54th minute.
This time, he pounced on a loose defensive moment inside the box, slotting the ball past the goalkeeper to make it 2-0.
Sri Aman continued to resist but failed to contain Paul’s sharp movement in the final third.
In the 76th minute, Serian were awarded a penalty, which Paul confidently converted to complete his hat-trick.
The victory keeps Serian FA firmly atop the Southern Zone standings with 22 points from eight matches, boasting seven wins and one draw.
Serian now prepare for a blockbuster clash against Samarahan FA on November 22 (next Saturday) at Stadium Samarahan – a match that could significantly shape the title race.
