Malaysia get 'Pinoy lesson' at U-23 Asean Championship
The Young Tigers were expected to ease past their opponents, but a first-half brace from 18-year-old Otu Bisong left coach Nafuzi Zain with a nightmare start in his first outing in charge.
Bisong punished Malaysia's sluggish defence early, striking in the ninth minute before doubling the lead in the 40th with a slick counterattack that left the backline flat-footed.
Despite enjoying 70 per cent possession, Malaysia were toothless in attack and wasted a string of chances — a pattern that proved costly.
"The players were nervous and guilty of ball-watching. We created chances but just couldn't convert," said a visibly frustrated Nafuzi after the match.
Malaysia will now look to salvage their campaign against Brunei on Friday before facing hosts Indonesia in their final group match on July 21.
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