Fifa Asean Cup: Cools wants Malaysia to build on Indonesia draw in Singapore showdown
Malaysia captain Dion Cools expressed disappointment following a 0-0 draw against Indonesia in the Fifa Asean Cup, despite his team's dominance in the second half. Malaysia now looks ahead to a crucial final group match against Singapore to secure a spot in the final.
Why it matters
The match results are critical for determining which teams advance to the final of the regional Fifa Asean Cup tournament.
JAKARTA, Sept 29 — Malaysia captain Dion Cools admitted he was disappointed that Harimau Malaya could not leave Gelora Bung Karno (GBK) Stadium here with all three points after their goalless Fifa Asean Cup 2026 Division 1 Group A draw with Indonesia, last night.
Cools said Malaysia were particularly dominant in the second half and deserved more from the contest against the hosts, who had been reduced to 10 men for about 70 minutes after midfielder Thom Haye was shown a red card.
However, the Cerezo Osaka FC defender stressed that the point earned would count for little unless Malaysia produce the required result against Singapore in their final group match at Si Jalak Harupat Stadium in Bandung on Thursday.
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