Star City Football Club produced a memorable giant-killing performance in the Malaysian FA Cup on 8 September 2026, knocking out Kedah FA with a superb 2-0 victory. The result was one of the standout shocks of the competition so far and showed that the magic of cup football remains alive and well in Malaysia.

Star City make an early breakthrough

Kedah FA came into the tie as clear favourites, with their top-flight pedigree and deeper squad expected to prove too much for Star City. However, the home side had other ideas. Star City started with intensity, pressing Kedah whenever they attempted to build from the back, and their brave approach was rewarded when they took the lead in the first half.

The goal settled any early nerves for Star City. It also changed the complexion of the match, forcing Kedah to push higher up the pitch and take more risks in possession. That played directly into Star City’s hands, as the underdogs looked dangerous on the counter-attack.

Kedah fail to find a route back

Kedah FA enjoyed long spells of possession after falling behind, but they lacked precision and penetration in the final third. Star City’s defenders stayed patient and well-organised, refusing to be pulled out of shape by Kedah’s passing rhythms. Set pieces provided Kedah with their best opportunities, but even those failed to produce a clear equaliser.

As the second half progressed, Star City’s game plan became even more effective. They were comfortable without the ball, breaking quickly when opportunities emerged and forcing Kedah into desperate decisions. The decisive moment arrived when Star City struck again, finishing off a quick counter-attack to make it 2-0 and effectively seal their place in the next round.

A night to remember in the Malaysian FA Cup

This result is a huge achievement for Star City Football Club and demonstrates why the Malaysian FA Cup is so highly valued. Cup competitions have always provided an opportunity for lower-ranked teams to test themselves against established names, and Star City took full advantage.

For Kedah FA, the defeat is a major disappointment, but it also reflects the intensity that any FA Cup opponent can bring on the night. For Star City, progress to the next round is well deserved after a disciplined and fearless performance.