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Sabah

American

[sah-bah] / ˈsɑ bɑ /

noun

a state in Malaysia, on the northern tip of Borneo: formerly a British crown colony. 29,347 sq. mi. (76,008 sq. km). Kota Kinabalu.

Sabah British

/ ˈsɑːbɑː /

noun

Former name (until 1963): North Borneo. a state of Malaysia, occupying N Borneo and offshore islands in the South China and Sulu Seas: became a British protectorate in 1888; gained independence and joined Malaysia in 1963. Capital: Kota Kinabalu. Pop: 2 603 485 (2000). Area: 73 620 sq km (28 425 sq miles)

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Manchester United record their biggest Champions League victory since 2020 as they swept Sabah FK aside at Old Trafford.

From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2026

Against Sabah FK, Sesko had threatened with an impudent first-half back-flick before Mbeumo sent him running beyond the visitors' defence.

From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2026

As well as the trip to Manchester United this week, Sabah will complete their Champions League group games at Arsenal in January.

From BBC ● Sep. 7, 2026

Azerbaijan side Sabah are very interesting - a success based on organisation - but trips to Arsenal and Manchester United and home games against Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund is a tough introduction.

From BBC ● Sep. 7, 2026

Hassan, son of Sabah, founder of the Ismailites.

From The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 2 by Henry Yule

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