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Barnama
7 days ago
- Sport
- Barnama
Cape Verde Tipped Off On Harimau Malaya
KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- The Harimau Malaya squad have been reminded to take precautions ahead of two Tier 1 international friendlies against Cape Verde after information about the national team's strength is now allegedly in the hands of the African opponent. Cape Verde head coach Pedro Brito admitted that Selangor FC import player Alvin Fortes, who is in his squad this time, has shared information about the national team with The Blue Sharks coaching staff. "We have players who play in several countries, and we are happy to have players who are currently playing in Malaysia. bootstrap slideshow 'Of course he (Fortes) shared some information about football and the Malaysian national team. However, our focus remains on our own preparation for tomorrow's match and also the upcoming matches," he said at a pre-match press conference here today. For the record, the national squad ranked 131st in the world will face Cape Verde, currently ranked 72nd in the world, twice, tomorrow night, at Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium, Cheras and a closed-door match at Bukit Jalil National Stadium on June 3. However, Brito while expecting the match to be not easy, expressed his excitement to face Malaysia for the first time. "The ranking is not a guarantee of easy matches. Our focus is on managing the challenges that lie ahead. We have also brought in some young players who are joining the team for the first time. "As a small country, it is important for us to get a variety of matches to gain international experience," he said. According to him, it is also the best preparation for the team which is in the process of preparing for the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers.
New Straits Times
26-05-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Cape Verde to use M-League connection to beat Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: Cape Verde are counting on their M-League connection against Malaysia in two international friendlies in Kuala Lumpur. The African side, ranked 72nd in the world, will face Harimau Malaya at KLFA Stadium on Thursday and on June 3 at the National Stadium (behind closed doors). Among their key players is Selangor forward Alvin Fortes. The Netherlands-born Fortes has 11 caps with Cape Verde. Newcomer Stephane Cueni, a Swiss-born midfielder who recently completed his nationality switch, was also named in the squad, The Blue Sharks are using the matches against Malaysia as preparation for their World Cup qualifiers in September. They currently lead Group B after defeating Mauritius 1-0 and Angola 2-1 in March. Their squad include European-based players Logan Costa (Villarreal), Deroy Duarte (Ludogorets), and Steven Moreira (Columbus Crew).
The Star
22-05-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Selangor's Fortes hopes to fly high for Cape Verde in friendly
PETALING JAYA: Alvin Fortes has returned to the international football fold after seven years. And it is the perfect birthday gift for him. The Selangor winger will turn 31 on Sunday and will be expected to feature for his nation Cape Verde in their upcoming three friendlies, which include two games against Harimau Malaya. Cape Verde will play Malaysia at the Cheras Football Stadium in Kuala Lumpur on May 29, and then a closed-door friendly at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil on June 3. They will then travel to Kutaisi, Georgia, to face the national team at the Ramaz Shengelia Stadium on June 8. Fortes, who impressed for Selangor last season on the domestic and international stage, is known for his wondrous left foot and amazing dribbling ability. For the Red Giants in all competitions, Fortes played 35 matches, scoring 17 goals. So it wasn't a surprise to see him return to international duty and he intends to make an impression for the world No. 75 side. 'It is great to be back after a long time. It feels long but it feels good to be back after making my debut in 2018,' said Fortes, who played for 13 clubs including Selangor throughout his professional career. 'It is always a dream to fight for my nation Cape Verde. I will give all my power and soul to put my country's flag high. 'And yes, it would be nice to take on the nation where I am currently plying my trade. 'There would be an element of familiarity but I know I have to do my best because they will put up a good performance. 'Also, it would be nice to take on some of my friends, especially the boys from Selangor. 'We will produce an amazing game and make the fans happy.' Cape Verde is not only blessed with the talents of Fortes, but they also have several top-quality individuals playing in Europe. In defence, the star of the team would be centreback Logan Costa, who recently helped Villarreal qualify for the Champions League. The Yellow Submarines are currently fifth in the league with one game left and Costa, 24, has been ever-present for them throughout the season. Then in midfield, Yannick Semedo, 29, from Portuguese club Vizela, Elson Mendes, 19, from French club Sochaux and Laros Duarte, 28, from Hungarian side Puskas Akademia will be tasked to orchestrate the team's movement with their passes and tempo. Up front, veterans Ryan Mendes, 35, and Garry Rodrigues, 34, both plying their trade in Turkey, will be tasked to look for goals.
