Yadanabon and Yangon City both recorded wins on the opening day of Matchweek 5 in the 2026-2027 Grand Royal M-League season on October 24.

Yadanabon rebounded decisively from their previous week’s loss to Hanthawady by defeating Ayeyawady United 5-1 at Pathein Kyauktaing Stadium. Yao Victor opened the scoring in the 34th minute, followed by a goal from Htet Phyo Wai six minutes later. Dos Santos converted a penalty in the 72nd minute, and Phyo Khant Nyein added another goal in the 85th minute before Swan Laman completed the scoring in the 88th minute. Ayeyawady United’s lone goal came from Sai Kham Nyi in stoppage time of the first half (45+3 minutes). Yao Victor was awarded the AYA Pay Player of the Match honor, which included a commemorative prize and a cash award of K1 million.

Meanwhile, Yangon City secured their third consecutive victory by overcoming Sagaing United 3-1 at Padonma Stadium, maintaining their position near the top of the league standings. The first half ended without goals, but Yangon City took the lead in the 54th minute through Than Toe Aung. Sagaing United responded quickly, with Kwin Sa Sha equalizing three minutes later. Karim restored Yangon City’s advantage in the 81st minute, and Rodrigo sealed the win deep into stoppage time (90+5 minutes). Midfielder Myat Kaung Khant was named the AYA Pay Player of the Match and received a commemorative prize along with a K1 million cash prize.

Matchweek 5 action is scheduled to continue on October 25, featuring fixtures between Dagon Star United and Thitsa Arman at Thihadipa Stadium, as well as Chinland facing Myawady at Star City Stadium.