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Sarawak clinch Premier League title, Sime Darby second
Malay Mail

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 — Sarawak wrapped up the Premier League title in style by whipping Kuala Lumpur 4-0 in their penultimate match of the season at the State Stadium in Petra Jaya, Kuching, last night.

The win saw Sarawak awarded the Premier League title and RM300,000 prize money after the match, maintain their 100 per cent unbeaten record and make a comeback to the Super League next season.

But while the Sarawak players were drowning themselves in newfound glory, neighbours Sabah suffered an embarrassing 1-6 defeat at the hands of Johor.

And while Sarawak were promoted to the Super League, former powerhouse Kuala Lumpur and newcomers NS Betaria FC were relegated to the FAM League.

Sarawak, under coach Robert Alberts, has won 17 of their 21 matches played and drawn the remaining four to collect 55 points, four more than second placed Sime Darby who will not be able to catch up since there is only one more match left for both teams.

Consolation for Sime Darby will be earning an automatic promotion to the Super League next season.

Sarawak’s goals were scored by Muamer Salibasic (20th min), Ronny Harun (68th min), Joseph Kalang Tie (85th min) and Guy Bwele (88th min).

Sime Darby meanwhile, sealed second spot with a 2-0 win over UiTM FC at the UiTM Stadium in Shah Alam while Johor registered a big win by whipping Sabah 6-1 in Johor Baru.

Perlis upset Police 3-2 at the Hang Jebat Stadium in Melaka while Kedah also registered a big win by beating NS Betaria FC 5-0 at the Darul Aman Stadium in Alor Setar and Pos Malaysia FC shared the spoils with SPA Putrajaya FC in a 1-1-draw at the Selayang Stadium. – Bernama 

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