KUALA LUMPUR: Penang FC stepped up their quest for a slot in the 2022 AFC Cup with a crucial come-from-behind 2-1 win over Sri Pahang FC at the Darul Makmur Stadium in Kuantan yesterday to occupy second spot in the Super League standings.

After a goalless first half, the hosts, also known as the Elephants, shot into the lead in the 61st minute when their Sudanese striker Kenny Athiu applied the finishing touch to a perfect cross from Muhammad Baqiuddin Shamsuddin.