Malaysia lose 0-2 to Tajikistan in Merdeka Tournament final

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia failed to win the Merdeka Tournament after they lost to Tajikistan 2-0 in the final at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil here on Tuesday (Oct 17). The Persian Lions drew first blood when striker Rustam Soirov scored in the 44th minute when he received a brilliant through pass from Alisher Shukorov. Malaysia could...

Win the Merdeka Tournament for home fans, says Pan-gon

SUBANG JAYA: National coach Kim Pan-gon wants his boys to win and also entertain the fans in the final of the Merdeka Tournament. Malaysia will take on Tajikistan at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil on Tuesday (Oct 17) as they look to retain the trophy. Malaysia had beated Myanmar 2-0 in the final when the...