DPMM FC produced a late surge to beat Kuching City FC 3-2 in a pulsating Malaysian Super League encounter at the Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium on 18 October 2026. A stoppage-time winner settled a contest that swung one way and then the other, giving the home side three precious points in front of an animated crowd.

Match overview

DPMM FC started with intent, pressing high and forcing Kuching City into early mistakes. The home side’s reward arrived inside the opening quarter of an hour when Adi Said latched onto a loose ball at the edge of the box and drilled a low finish into the corner. Kuching City responded well, though, and levelled midway through the first half when Pedro Henrique converted from close range after a well-worked move down the right.

The second half was played at a frantic pace. DPMM reclaimed the lead just before the hour through Hakeme Yazid Said, whose curling effort from the left channel gave the Kuching goalkeeper no chance. But the visitors refused to fold, and Abu Kamara equalised in the 73rd minute with a powerful header from a set piece. Just as the match seemed destined for a draw, DPMM found one final moment of quality, with Faiq Bolkiah arriving late in the box to slot home the winner in the 88th minute.

Key moments

• 12’ – DPMM FC 1-0: Adi Said pounces on a half-cleared ball and finds the bottom corner with a composed low strike.
• 34’ – Kuching City FC 1-1: Pedro Henrique finishes a flowing move, converting a cut-back from the right flank.
• 58’ – DPMM FC 2-1: Hakeme Yazid Said curls a precise effort beyond the goalkeeper after cutting in from the left.
• 73’ – Kuching City FC 2-2: Abu Kamara rises highest to meet a corner and powers a header into the net.
• 88’ – DPMM FC 3-2: Faiq Bolkiah times his run perfectly to meet a low cross and seals the win.

Tactical story

DPMM’s 4-2-3-1 shape allowed their wide forwards to isolate Kuching City’s full-backs, and the home side repeatedly created overloads on the left. The midfield double pivot protected the back four well for long spells, although Kuching’s willingness to switch play quickly exposed gaps after the break. Kuching City’s best moments came from set pieces and quick transitions, but their inability to hold possession in the final ten minutes proved costly. DPMM’s substitutions added fresh legs in the closing stages, and that depth ultimately made the difference.

Standout performers

Hakeme Yazid Said was the game’s most influential attacking player, combining direct running with intelligent link-up play. Adi Said’s early goal set the tone, while Faiq Bolkiah’s late winner underlined his knack for arriving in decisive areas. For Kuching City, Pedro Henrique and Abu Kamara carried the fight, with the latter’s aerial threat causing problems throughout. Kuching’s goalkeeper made several important saves to keep the visitors in the contest, but he was powerless to stop the late breakthrough.

What the result means

The victory strengthens DPMM FC’s position in the Malaysian Super League standings and gives them momentum heading into a demanding run of fixtures. Kuching City FC leave with nothing despite a spirited display, and they will need to tighten up defensively if they are to climb the table. For neutral supporters, this was a reminder of how entertaining the Malaysian Super League can be when two sides commit to attacking football from the first whistle.