RM30,000 fine exposes officiating lapses, not Kuching City’s fault
KUCHING: The RM30,000 fine imposed on Kuching City FC over a squad list error underscores deeper procedural and officiating weaknesses rather than club misconduct, according to sports analyst, Datuk Pekan Ramli. The Malaysian Football League (MFL) confirmed that the sanction was issued following a technical breach during Kuching City’s Super League match against Penang FC […]
Haziq, Ramadhan earn Harimau Malaya call-ups
KUCHING: Haziq Nadzli and Muhammad Ramadhan Saifullah of Kuching City FC have been named in the Harimau Malaya squad ahead of the AFC Asian Cup qualifying fixture against Vietnam on March 31. Goalkeeper Haziq returns to the national setup alongside forward Ramadhan, marking Kuching City’s representation at both ends of the pitch in the latest […]
Kuching City addresses Woods issue, assures resolution
KUCHING: Kuching City FC has broken its silence over the controversial registration of left back defender Scott Woods, attributing the incident to a clerical error compounded by lapses in matchday verification procedures. The club in a statement issued last night (Mar 18), acknowledged the confusion surrounding Woods’ status during their Malaysia Super League fixture against […]
The Cats ready but derby will not be easy
KUCHING: The Borneo Derby returns, and Kuching City FC are ready to battle Sabah FC for bragging rights. Head coach Aidil Sharin Sahak, however, expects a tough encounter against a determined Sabah FC side at Stadium Negeri when they meet on Saturday (March 7). Aidil said the team has been working hard in training as […]
21 Sarawak-born players in Kuching City President’s Cup line-up
KUCHING: Sarawakian talent dominates Kuching City FC’s 2026 President’s Cup squad, with 21 local-born players earning places in the 25-man lineup. Head coach Firdaus Morshidi said the squad comprises standout performers identified during recent selection sessions. “We have completed the list of 25 players for the 2026 President’s Cup. “Of that number, 21 are Sarawak-born […]
Kuching City eye crucial win against Immigration
KUCHING: Kuching City FC have a crucial opportunity this Sunday night (Mar 1) as they seek to reignite their Malaysia Super League campaign against Immigration FC. The Cats head into the encounter eager to bounce back after suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat to Selangor FC last week, a result that tightened the race for second […]
‘Don’t be afraid’ says Abang Johari to Kuching City ahead of Malaysia Cup semi-final
KUCHING: Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg urged Kuching City FC to play with confidence ahead of their Malaysia Cup semi-final clash with Selangor. Speaking at the 2025 Sarawak Premier Cup final between Bintulu FA and Samarahan FA at the Sarawak State Stadium today, the Premier praised Sarawak’s continued growth in football and […]
Gabriel Palmero joins Kuching City FC after weeks of speculation
KUCHING: Gabriel Palmero has officially joined Kuching City FC, ending weeks of speculation fuelled by netizens who tracked his movements and social media activity in a bid to confirm his arrival. Rumours of Palmero’s move gathered pace after fans noticed his interactions with local players online and posts hinting at a switch to Malaysia. Photos […]
Wan Rohaimi laments ‘external factors’ after Penang exit
KUCHING: Penang FC head coach, Wan Rohaimi Wan Ismail, expressed deep frustration after his team’s Malaysia Cup campaign ended, blaming external factors that he said “killed the game” despite his players’ best efforts. In a post-match press conference following their 2-0 loss to Kuching City in the second leg of the Malaysia Cup round of […]
Kuching City FC’s victory signals rising football standard
KUCHING: Kuching City FC’s 2-0 victory over Penang in the Malaysia Cup quarter-final on Saturday (Jan 24) signals a rising standard of football in Sarawak. Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said the win reflected the steady improvement of the Kuching-based team, widely regarded as representing Sarawak on the […]