'Sorry if I let you down': Tearful Lim You apologises after AFC U-17 exit

Kuala Lumpur: Teenage star Lim You conveyed her gratitude to Malaysian fans and expressed sincere apologies after her team, the Malayan Tigresses, fell short of qualifying for the upcoming AFC Under-17 Women's Asian Cup. The 14-year-old winger drew widespread attention during the campaign and was visibly emotional following the team's 4-0 loss to India in their final Group E qualifier at the Selayang Stadium on Sunday.

Lim You praised her supporters online, stating, "You guys mean so much to me, and I m so grateful for each and every single one of you. I m sorry I wasn t able to give you my best performance last night, and I m sorry if I let any of you down." Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh, present at the stadium to offer comfort to Lim You, acknowledged the team's determination despite their defeat to India.

Yeoh expressed her appreciation for the multicultural crowd that supported the young team, saying, "Thank you to the diverse group of Malaysian supporters who turned up to spur our young players. It was heartwarming to see such a strong crowd in the stadium." Reassuring the squad, Yeoh encouraged them to remain optimistic, reminding them that their journey was just beginning and that there was much to learn from this experience.

She pledged the government's commitment to building a sustainable ecosystem for women's football, particularly at the junior level, and expressed her belief in the potential of the Malayan Tigresses.