Patrick Brace Secures PKR Svay Rieng 2-0 Win Over Lion City Sailors | Shopee Cup 2025/26 Highlights

Lion City Sailors 0–2 PKR Svay Rieng

Shopee Cup 2025/2026 (ASEAN Clubs Championship)
5 February 2026 — GMT+8
Jalan Besar Stadium, Singapore

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In a compelling clash between two clubs from lower-ranked Southeast Asian football nations, Cambodia’s PKR Svay Rieng produced a disciplined and clinical performance to defeat Lion City Sailors 2–0 away from home in the Shopee Cup.

Lion City entered the match with a possession-focused 4-3-3, aiming to dominate through experienced figures such as Hariss Harun, Maxime Lestienne, and Rui Pires. However, PKR Svay Rieng’s organised 3-4-3 defensive shape, anchored by captain Soeuy Visal, frustrated the home side and allowed rapid counterattacks.

The decisive figure was Patrick, whose second-half brace secured a memorable victory for the Cambodian champions.

Image generated for illustration purpose, visualizing Patrick's brace.

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Match Stats

Final Score

• Lion City Sailors 0-2 PKR Svay Rieng

Goalscorer

• Patrick — 51’, 64’

Tactical Overview

• Lion City Sailors: 4-3-3 possession system, wide attacking through Lestienne and Shawal Anuar
• PKR Svay Rieng: Compact 3-4-3 mid-block, transitions led by Takashi Odawara and Peprah Kwame

Key Battles

• Bailey Wright & Akram Azman vs Patrick’s movement behind the line
• Sailors midfield trio (Hariss Harun, Rui Pires, supporting runners) vs Svay Rieng’s compact central block

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Key Moments

51’ — Goal (0–1): Patrick

A quick transition started from midfield saw Takashi Odawara drive forward and release a penetrating pass. Patrick timed his run perfectly, finishing calmly past Ivan Sušak to give Svay Rieng the lead.

64’ — Goal (0–2): Patrick

Lion City pushed higher in search of an equaliser, but Peprah Kwame helped initiate a rapid counterattack. The ball found Patrick inside the box, and he completed his brace with another composed finish.

Late Pressure from Lion City

Maxime Lestienne and Shawal Anuar attempted to stretch the defence, while Rui Pires pushed forward to increase attacking numbers. However, the defensive unit led by Soeuy Visal, alongside Min Ratanak and Nhean Sosidan, remained compact and resilient.

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Key Players

PKR Svay Rieng

Patrick

• Match-winning brace
• Excellent movement behind the defensive line
• Clinical finishing under pressure

Soeuy Visal

• Defensive leader who organised the back three
• Strong positioning against Lion City’s wide attacks

Takashi Odawara

• Important in transitions and forward progression
• Linked midfield to attack effectively

Peprah Kwame

• Physical attacking presence
• Helped launch decisive counterattacks

Cristian Roque

• Provided pressing support and attacking depth

Min Ratanak & Nhean Sosidan

• Defensive stability and disciplined positioning throughout

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Lion City Sailors

Hariss Harun

• Attempted to dictate midfield tempo
• Worked tirelessly to recycle possession

Maxime Lestienne

• Main creative outlet
• Delivered dangerous crosses and wide pressure

Shawal Anuar

• Energetic movement and dribbling attempts
• Tried to unlock the defensive block

Rui Pires

• Supported attacking phases from midfield
• Increased forward momentum late in the match

Bailey Wright & Akram Azman

• Faced difficult defensive challenges against rapid counters

Ivan Sušak

• Made several saves despite conceding twice

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Summary

PKR Svay Rieng’s victory was a textbook example of tactical discipline overcoming possession dominance. Lion City Sailors controlled much of the ball but struggled to break through a compact 3-4-3 defensive structure that remained organised throughout the match.

Svay Rieng’s efficiency on the counterattack — driven by midfield transitions and finished clinically by Patrick — proved decisive. The defensive leadership of Soeuy Visal and the work rate of their midfield unit ensured Lion City’s creative players were largely contained.

Even though the results doesn't help PKR to book a slot to semi-final, but it is a clear statement that the Cambodian's club cannot be taken lightly by any ASEAN or even ASIAN big clubs.

For Lion City Sailors, the result highlights ongoing challenges against structured defensive teams. For PKR Svay Rieng, it represents a significant regional statement — showing the growing competitiveness of Cambodian football within ASEAN competitions.