Kedah brimming with confidence

DEFENDING Malaysian Super League (MSL) champions Kedah, who have won two straight matches, take on Kuala Muda Naza tomorrow at the Darulaman Stadium in Alor Star. Kedah, who edged Perlis 1-0 at the Utama Stadium on Saturday, are looking for another win to improve their standings. "Somehow we have moved up from second last position to ninth, but we have a long way to go yet. The players are coming along well but have taken some time to gel," said Kedah coach Azraai Khor Abdullah. Last week, playing at home, Kedah beat KL Plus 2-0, and Azraai believes his players will improve and be able to defend their title. "I have said it from the beginning that anything can happen in football. We started slow, we dropped some points but we are now on the right track. We just have to remain focused and be positive," added Azraai. Current leaders Selangor, who hammered KL Plus FC 3-1 at the KLFA Stadium on Saturday, take on third from bottom UPB MyTeam at the Shah Alam Stadium. Selangor, coached by K. Devan, have been gaining momentum and a win will strengthen their position at the top. Kelantan, after a long absence from top flight football, are back and edged neighbours Terengganu 3-2 in a close match at the Sultan Mohd IV Stadium on Saturday. Kelantan take on Pahang at the Darulmakmur Stadium in Kuantan tomorrow.