The Final is some distance away, but this is Johor Darul Ta'zim FC's pivotal moment in the 2018 Malaysia Cup. Thread 1/8

Champions in 2017, the Southern Tigers must defeat MIFA in the final group match. Anything less could lead to ridicule from many quarters, all in hope to see no dominance of the empire the record five-time Malaysia Super League champions have built.

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Manager and Head Coach Luciano Figueroa and the coaching staff have been detailed in preparing for the match for the past two weeks, getting the players in prime condition for a match that will decide JDT's 2018 football season. Thread 3/8

Owner HRH Tunku Ismail Ibni Sultan Ibrahim has also not stopped short in motivating the players for the match. Crown Prince of Johor visited training sessions numerous times. Thread 4/8

Captain Hariss Harun has also been rallying his teammates to bring their A-game to the ground they lifted the competition's trophy last year. Thread 5/8

Then, the 12th man (fans) spurred JDT to a 2-0 win over Kedah. JDT need their 12th man again at Shah Alam Stadium on Sunday, 16 September 2018. Thread 6/8

The stadium has not seen such large crowds since that match. So let's bring an atmosphere again, JDT fans. Remember, there is no one like us. Thread 7/8

To stay at the top, champions have to respond to challenging moments. Players, coaches, and fans all have a role to play in keeping JDT alive in the unifi Malaysia Cup. Together, we can rise. Thread 8/8