'Maybe 2-0 or 3-0': Senior stars back Harimau Malaya to tame Vietnam
KUALA LUMPUR: Senior footballers have backed Malaysia’s fringe and developmental players ahead of their tough Asean Hyundai Cup semi-final first leg against Vietnam at the KLFA Stadium in Cheras on Sunday.
Malaysian senior footballers have expressed confidence in their national team, Harimau Malaya, to defeat Vietnam in the Asean Hyundai Cup semi-final first leg. Selangor FC winger Faisal Halim urged the team to concentrate on their performance rather than Vietnam's rankings. Despite acknowledging Vietnam's strength, Faisal expressed belief in a possible 2-0 or 3-0 victory for Harimau Malaya if they work as a cohesive unit.
Johor Darul Ta zim midfielder Afiq Fazail predicted a win, crediting the young players' energy and determination. JDT goalkeeper Syihan Hazmi emphasized the importance of focusing on the target, the result, and the team's and supporters' expectations. Both JDT forward Bergson da Silva and national winger Safawi Rasid offered their support to the squad, hoping for a win and expressing the team's fan base's solidarity.
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