Selangor FC Dominates Melaka FC to Secure Top-Three Spot

PETALING JAYA, El Sky News – Selangor FC showcased a masterclass in early clinical finishing as they dismantled Melaka FC with a convincing 3-0 victory in their 2025/2026 Super League encounter at the MBPJ Stadium on Sunday night.

The “Red Giants” wasted no time asserting their dominance, effectively ending the contest within the first quarter-hour. This crucial win propels Selangor to third place in the league standings, overtaking Kuala Lumpur City FC on goal difference with a total of 25 points.

A First-Half Blitz

The home side ignited the scoreboard just two minutes into the match. Midfielder Noor Al-Rawabdeh reacted quickest during a scramble in the penalty area to slot home the opening goal.

The momentum continued to swing in Selangor’s favor when Alvin Fortes doubled the lead in the 10th minute. Following a precise setup from Faisal Halim, Fortes unleashed a powerful long-range strike that left the Melaka goalkeeper with no chance.

The rout was completed in the 13th minute when Chrigor Flores Moraes found the back of the net, finishing a well-timed pass from Al-Rawabdeh to make it 3-0 before the halftime whistle.

Room for Improvement

Despite the comfortable scoreline, Selangor FC head coach Christophe Gamel maintained a cautious tone regarding his team’s performance. While praising the early goals, he noted a dip in intensity during the second half.

“We had the opportunities to increase our lead further, but we lacked that ‘killer instinct’ in the final stages of the game,” Gamel remarked during the post-match press conference. “To compete at the highest level, we must maintain our focus for the full 90 minutes.”

The Road Ahead

The victory serves as a vital morale booster for Selangor as they prepare for a high-stakes showdown against league leaders Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) in the upcoming second-round fixtures. Meanwhile, Melaka FC remains stuck in the lower half of the table, searching for consistency to avoid the relegation zone.