JDT winger Hidalgo cleared to bolster Harimau Malaya

The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) has confirmed that Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) winger Manuel Hidalgo is eligible to represent the national team, Harimau Malaya. The confirmation came from Fifa, allowing Hidalgo, a 27-year-old Argentinian-born player, to be called up for the upcoming Fifa Asean Cup in Indonesia. However, teammate Shane Lowry has yet to receive clearance from Fifa.

FAM secretary-general Datuk Noor Azman Rahman announced that the Malaysia squad list will be announced soon, potentially tomorrow. Hidalgo's addition to the team is expected to strengthen their performance in the Asean Cup, following the recent eligibility clearance of JDT players Bergson da Silva and Brad Tapp.

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