GLADIATORS HOLDS ELEPHANTS IN SELAYANG

MALAYSIA SUPER LEAGUE: ATM 2 - PAHANG 2

Pahang arrived in Selayang with the status of FA Cup Champions failed to repeat their success from last Saturday's match as they were held 2-2 by the ATM. The Gladiators started well but was unlucky to concede an own goal in the 21st minute by Ahmad Fauzi Saari. The goal forced ATM to double their efforts, but failed to find the net.

The Gladiators looked more energetic in the second half. They continuously pressure Pahang's defense. Just 11 minutes after the break, Juan Arostegui grabbed an equaliser.

Pahang not deterred by the goal. They kept on hunting for 3 points. Saiful Nizam Miswan put the Elephants in front again with a goal in the 69th minute. But the joy did not last long. Bruno Martelotto equalised again just 3 minutes later. Both team played at their best in the last 10 minutes but could not get that important winning goal.

Photos by: Azam Jaafar / Tigers Super Sports

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