Kuching:Kuching City Kuching City FC was held to a 1-1 draw against Hong Kong's Kitchee SC in a Group H match of the 2026/2027 AFC Champions League 2 held at Taha Ariffin Stadium. The home team sought their first victory on home soil but had to settle for a single point.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the match began with an own goal by Kitchee SC's goalkeeper, Pong Cheuk Hei Bear, in the second minute. A back-pass from defender Callum Beattie was mishandled, resulting in the ball rolling into the net, giving Kuching City an early lead.

Kitchee SC quickly responded, leveling the score in the 14th minute when Everton Camargo converted a pass from Victor Camarasa with a precise shot past Kuching City's goalkeeper, Haziq Nadzli. The first half saw intense play, including a yellow card for Kuching City's Ariff Farhan after a tackle on Kendy Ikegami in the 27th minute.

During the second half, both teams continued to press for a winning goal, but neither side could penetrate the other's defense, resulting in the match ending in a draw. This outcome keeps Phnom Penh Crown FC at the top of Group H with six points, followed by Kitchee SC with two points. Kuching City FC and Gangwon FC each have one point.

Kuching City FC is set to continue their Group H journey against Gangwon FC on October 29 at Gangneung Stadium in South Korea.