Shukor rallies Young Tigers after defeat to Palestine
KUALA LUMPUR: Head coach Shukor Adan described Malaysia’s 2-0 loss to Palestine as a bitter pill to swallow.
Malaysia's Under-16 national football team suffered a 2-0 defeat to Palestine in their opening AFC Under-17 Asian Cup Group E qualifier. Head coach Shukor Adan expressed disappointment after his team missed early scoring opportunities, despite successfully disrupting Palestine's defensive structure. The former player acknowledged that their lack of composure in front of goal ultimately cost them the match.
Shukor emphasized that the team, as the home side, should have capitalized on the clear chances they created and punished Palestine early on. The coach said he would review the match footage before making any assessments, urging his players to stay focused and maintain their heads up despite the loss.
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