Red Devils legend Robbo to be in town for match against Asean All-Stars
PETALING JAYA: Manchester United fans in Malaysia will be getting another treat when the Red Devils head to Kuala Lumpur for the Asean All-Stars at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil.
Former United legend Bryan Robson will also be in town for the exciting match taking place in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday (May 28).
Another United legend, Ryan Giggs, was in the city recently to promote the fixture, and was at the Do Arena in Lalaport for a special football clinic for youngsters on Sunday (May 18).
The eagerly-anticipated match in Bukit Jalil is part of the team's pre-season tour, and will also travel to Hong Kong and play against the Hong Kong national team on May 30.
The last time United played in Malaysia was during the 2009 pre-season tour, defeating the Malaysia XI twice, 3-2 and 2-0, respectively on July 18 and 20 at the National Stadium.
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