Sumareh credits Tunku Ismail for instilling JDT winning mentality in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: Johor Darul Ta’zim's (JDT) winning mentality has found its way into the national team, with Mohamadou Sumareh revealing that club owner Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim urged the players to carry the champions' mindset into Harimau Malaya.
Johor Darul Ta zim s (JDT) club owner Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim has instilled a winning mentality in Malaysia's national team, according to Johor's senior international Mohamadou Sumareh. Eight of Malaysia's 26-man Asean Hyundai Cup squad are from the JDT setup, including Sumareh and Ibrahim Manusi, while six others are attached to JDT II.
Sumareh credited the Crown Prince of Johor for urging the players to bring the JDT mindset into the national team, stating that it was his support that helped the team navigate difficult circumstances. The interim coach, Tan Cheng Hoe, had limited time to prepare the squad, which was missing several established players. Rather than using the circumstances as an excuse, Sumareh said the players have grown together as the tournament progressed.
The 32-year-old also praised the fans for helping the team reach the semi-finals, adding that the players have drawn on the same togetherness and belief to face the difficult second leg against Vietnam.
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