ISKANDAR PUTERI, Malaysia (Interstat) — Visiting Sabah delivered a major upset Monday, defeating Johor Darul Ta’zim 1-0 in a Week 22 Malaysian Super League match at Sultan Ibrahim Stadium.

The lone goal came in the 17th minute from Sabah substitute Marco Gantschnig, who also contributed an assist. Teammate Bernhard Luxbacher provided an assist after entering as a substitute. The match was contentious, featuring five yellow cards. Sabah’s Marcus Maier received a yellow card in the 48th minute and a red card in the 73rd.

The result defied pregame projections that heavily favored the home side. Johor Darul Ta’zim, a perennial powerhouse, failed to score despite multiple chances. Sabah begins its league campaign with a victory while Johor Darul Ta’zim starts with a loss.