Kuching:Kuching City FC pulled off an upset by defeating South Korea's Gangwon FC 2-0 in their 2026/2027 AFC Champions League Two (ACL2) match at Stadium Taha Ariffin tonight.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, playing before their home supporters, The Cats produced an energetic display, with forward Safawi Rasid emerging as the hero after netting a first-half brace in the 12th and 19th minutes to hand the hosts a comfortable cushion.

The early goals settled the hosts, allowing them to dictate the tempo and absorb the visitors' pressure. Gangwon FC stepped up their intensity in the second half, mounting several dangerous attacks in an effort to reduce the deficit. However, Kuching City goalkeeper Haziq Nadzli stood firm, pulling off two vital saves to preserve the home side's clean sheet.

Gangwon FC continued to pile on the pressure into the closing stages, but Kuching City’s defence held firm to seal the 2-0 victory. The win earned Kuching City three valuable points in Group H, keeping their hopes alive for a spot in the round of 16 with two group matches remaining.

The Cats are scheduled to play Phnom Penh Crown on Nov 26 before travelling to face Kitchee in their final group fixture on Dec 3.