Johor Darul Ta'zim FC (JDT) continued their dominance with a 1-2 comeback victory over Kuala Lumpur City FC in the Malaysian Cup on December 13th, 2024. The reigning champions showed their champion mentality by overturning a deficit to secure a place in the next round. Kuala Lumpur City took a surprise lead in the first half, but JDT equalized just before the break through a penalty. The second half was a controlled display from the visitors, who netted the winner with a header from a corner in the 70th minute. The result reinforces JDT's status as the team to beat in Malaysian football, ending Kuala Lumpur City's cup run. The JDT manager praised his team's response to adversity, and the Kuala Lumpur coach highlighted the fine margins against the country's best team.