KL City Hold DPMM FC 3-3 in FA Cup Quarterfinal First Leg
What happened
Kuala Lumpur City FC drew 3-3 with DPMM FC in the first leg of the 2026/2027 FA Cup quarterfinals.
The match took place at the Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium in Berakas, Brunei.
It was played on the night of September 20.
How the match unfolded
KL City came from behind to secure the draw.
DPMM FC led at points during the match before KL City fought back.
The first leg ended level, leaving the tie open.
Why it matters
The result keeps KL City's FA Cup campaign alive heading into the second leg.
A 3-3 away draw gives KL City three goals to carry into the return fixture. The quarterfinal tie remains undecided.
Impact on Malaysia
KL City carries Malaysian representation in the FA Cup quarterfinals.
The away draw keeps the Malaysian side in contention for a semifinal place. Malaysian football fans will look to the second leg for the outcome.
What's next
The second leg will decide which team advances to the FA Cup semifinals.
KL City returns home for the return fixture. DPMM FC will travel for the deciding leg.
The bigger picture
The 2026/2027 FA Cup quarterfinals kicked off with this first-leg fixture.
The 3-3 scoreline sets up a decisive second leg. Both clubs remain in the hunt for a semifinal spot.