Ronald Ngah<\/td> Kuching City<\/td> Experienced center-forward<\/td> Outside contender<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe current roster and player records list Bergson and Jairo with JDT, Chrigor, Selangor, and Safawi and Ronald Ngah in the company of Kuching City for the new campaign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Why Bergson Starts in Front<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Bergson certainly has the strongest case, given his performance. Last season, he scored 27 league goals and was awarded the Golden Boot in 2024\/25, setting a league record with a personal best 32 points in a single campaign. JDT still has him on its forward line for 2026\/27, and he has been scoring for the club, even recently in the 3-3 draw against Chelsea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Several points support his position:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nJDT consistently manages to produce top-class opportunities in the penalty box.<\/li>\n\n\n\n The pressure of being the top scorer has not been new to Bergson.<\/li>\n\n\n\n His running is suited for a side that is always in attack mode.<\/li>\n\n\n\n Golden Boot success in previous seasons proves he can keep up his performance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Chrigor Has the Best Route to an Upset<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nChrigor is the closest rival to Bergson, having scored four goals behind him in the previous season. He\u2019s also still keeping an agreement to play for Selangor until 2027. The high scoring rate of Chrigor in the 2025\/26 season demonstrated his efficiency when Selangor was in control of the zone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Jairo and the Wider Field<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIt will be important to include Jairo on the list as a result of his 14 league goals in 2025\/26. At the moment, Jairo is regarded as a forward in the JDT team; hence, the player will play in the offensive line. However, his biggest challenge is the stiff competition, as there are good forwards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There is also an interest in Safawi Rasid locally due to his recent transfer to the Kuching City side, where he now plays alongside Ronald Ngah. Neither of them competes for the position held by Bergson, as Golden Boot candidates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>What Could Decide the Race<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nGoals alone cannot determine a preseason prediction. The opening rounds should show how much playing time is allocated by the coaches and who gets the best opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Watch these areas as the campaign develops:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nPlaying first team football in league fixtures, rather than cup rotations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n Set-piece taking for important matches where goals may be tight to come.<\/li>\n\n\n\n Physical condition through a hectic calendar of domestic and regional football.<\/li>\n\n\n\n Forming teams around sides who play very defensively.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nThe more available and reliable a forward is, the better opportunity he will have to gain momentum. It is also very important for the team, as possession near the net creates additional scoring opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>The Striker to Beat<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nBergson is undoubtedly the most suitable nominee to be awarded the Golden Boot prior to the 2026\/27 season. JDT\u2019s two past successes in the scoring competition, combined with his attacking play, make him more likely to succeed. Chrigor is the closest contender to Bergson and has proven to be able to maintain the speed of scoring for the majority of the season. Jairo is a serious contender, while Safawi and Ronald Ngah have given hope to Kuching City.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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