Terengganu: Terengganu FC (TFC) head coach Mohd Nafuzi Zain dedicated the team's 3-0 victory over Melaka FC in their opening Super League match at the Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin Stadium (SSMZA) last night to their loyal supporters.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Nafuzi expressed his gratitude to the more than 6,000 fans who attended the match, acknowledging that their support provided a major boost to the team. He congratulated the players for their commitment from the outset and described the victory as a gift to the fans.

Despite the convincing 3-0 scoreline, Nafuzi noted that the match was challenging due to Melaka's experienced head coach and strong performance. He emphasized that starting the league with three points is a positive outcome that will help build confidence and momentum for future matches.

While celebrating the win, Nafuzi also acknowledged areas for improvement to ensure a strong league campaign. He highlighted the importance of hard work and team spirit for sustained success.

Meanwhile, Melaka FC head coach E. Elavarasan pointed out that the quality difference between the foreign players of both teams contributed to Melaka's defeat. However, he remains optimistic about the team's future performances with the expected arrival of four new foreign players.

Elavarasan also praised TFC's local players, many of whom have played together for an extended period, developing a strong understanding on the field. He noted the familiarity and cohesion among TFC's foreign players, such as Manuel Ott and Habib Haroon, who have worked with Nafuzi and understand his style of play.