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Malay Mail
2 days ago
- General
- Malay Mail
Harimau Malaya coach eyes June 10 Asian Cup clash against Vietnam to end 10-year winless streak
KUALA LUMPUR, June 2 — National head coach Peter Cklamovski has recognised the tough challenge ahead as Harimau Malaya aim to overturn more than a decade of winless results against Vietnam in their crucial Group F 2027 Asian Cup qualifier next Tuesday (June 10). The Australian coach said he respects Vietnam but is determined to make history with Malaysia. 'Malaysia hasn't beaten Vietnam for over 10 years. That's more than a decade and this is a moment we want to overturn and change a bit of history. 'So full respect to Vietnam. I don't focus on one player (opponent); I focus on the whole team. We look forward to the challenge on June 10th,' the 46-year-old coach told reporters when met during the national team's training session, which was also attended by Vietnamese media here, today. At the same time, he praised Vietnam who are led by South Korean Kim Sang Sik as a strong and skilful side, adding that he has studied the entire squad. 'I've watched all of them. They're a very good team, a strong squad. Full respect to Vietnam – they're a very good footballing side,' he said. Vietnam and Malaysia jointly top the group with three points each after winning their opening matches. For the record, the last time Malaysia defeated the Golden Star Warriors was in 2014 before suffering seven defeats and managing just one draw in their eight meetings across all competitions since. The last time the two teams met, Vietnam secured a 3-0 victory in the group stage of the 2022 AseanFootball Federation (AFF) Cup, now known as the Asean Championship. Cklamovski's men will face world number 72 ranked Cape Verde in a closed door friendly at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil here, tomorrow night after the two sides played out a 1-1 draw in their Tier 1 international match at the Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium in Cheras, last Thursday. — Bernama
The Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Time for Harimau Malaya to rewrite history against Vietnam
NATIONAL head coach Peter Cklamovski has recognised the tough challenge ahead as Harimau Malaya aim to overturn more than a decade of winless results against Vietnam in their crucial Group F 2027 Asian Cup qualifier next Tuesday (June 10). The Australian coach said he respects Vietnam but is determined to make history with Malaysia. 'Malaysia hasn't beaten Vietnam for over 10 years. That's more than a decade and this is a moment we want to overturn and change a bit of history. 'So full respect to Vietnam. I don't focus on one player (opponent); I focus on the whole team. We look forward to the challenge on June 10th,' the 46-year-old coach told reporters when met during the national team's training session, which was also attended by Vietnamese media here, today. At the same time, he praised Vietnam who are led by South Korean Kim Sang Sik as a strong and skilful side, adding that he has studied the entire squad. 'I've watched all of them. They're a very good team, a strong squad. Full respect to Vietnam - they're a very good footballing side,' he said. Vietnam and Malaysia jointly top the group with three points each after winning their opening matches. For the record, the last time Malaysia defeated the Golden Star Warriors was in 2014 before suffering seven defeats and managing just one draw in their eight meetings across all competitions since. The last time the two teams met, Vietnam secured a 3-0 victory in the group stage of the 2022 ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) Cup, now known as the ASEAN Championship. Cklamovski's men will face world number 72 ranked Cape Verde in a closed door friendly at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil here, tomorrow night after the two sides played out a 1-1 draw in their Tier 1 international match at the Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium in Cheras, last Thursday.
New Straits Times
6 days ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
The Manchester United brand takes a beating in Kuala Lumpur
MANCHESTER United's post-season tour was meant to be a parade of prestige — a money-spinning, brand-bolstering roadshow through Asia. Instead, it turned into a public relations disaster, as United's overpaid and underperforming stars were humbled 1-0 by a disciplined, determined Asean XI in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday. Let's be clear. The Asean players are no amateurs. They are professionals from the top leagues of Southeast Asia, but they do not earn as much and enjoy global recognition, unlike United players. But with just one training session together and many of the region's stars unavailable due to World Cup and Asian Cup qualifiers, this wasn't even the best the region had to offer. Yet it was still enough to send Manchester United crashing to a defeat that sent shockwaves across the footballing world. The result wasn't just a minor upset. It was a stark indictment of where United stand today — bloated, directionless and completely devoid of urgency. The Red Devils were just rubbish. The Asean XI, under the guidance of South Korean coach Kim Sang Sik, played with structure and belief. They pressed intelligently, defended as a unit, and seized their moment when Myanmar's Maung Maung Lwin calmly slotted home the winner in the 71st minute — a goal he'll dine out on for the rest of his life. This wasn't just a training match for them. It was a chance to showcase Southeast Asian football on the world stage, and they took it with both hands. What made the loss more humiliating for United is the vast disparity in resources and salaries. Bruno Fernandes alone earns in the region of £300,000 a week, more than most of the Asean XI would make in two or three years. Add in Casemiro, Harry Maguire, Andre Onana, Alejandro Garnacho, and the wage bill becomes obscene. And yet, despite all the money, Manchester United barely created anything. Ruben Amorim, the man hired to modernise the team and revive their identity, watched on as his side shuffled the ball around with no plan, no penetration, and no pride. The same tactical confusion that cost them in the Premier League and Europe was on full display against opponents with a fraction of their preparation time. The scenes were surreal. The National Stadium in Bukit Jalil was packed with over 72,000 supporters, many of them die-hard United fans, singing "Glory, Glory, Man United" in desperate hope of sparking a response. But the likes of Fernandes and Garnacho looked like they were still on the plane. Even Sergio Aguero — not the Man City legend, but the Malaysian naturalised striker of the same name — played with more purpose. He captained the Asean XI and gave United's defenders a hard time with clever movement and link-up play. It begs the question. And in the closing minutes of the match, fans booed their United heroes, showing their anger and frustration. What does this United squad stand for anymore? The side that came to Malaysia in 2009, led by the likes of Nani, Wayne Rooney and Michael Owen, would have dismantled a team like this. But that was an era of standards. Now, the Red Devils are a global brand before it is a football club. And make no mistake — this tour is about money. The club are reportedly raking in £8 million from these games against the Asean XI and Hong Kong. Commercially, it's a win. Football-wise, it's a disaster. United's players had barely recovered from their last Premier League match against Aston Villa and the Europa League final defeat to Tottenham Hotspur. Then came a long flight, followed by a day packed with sponsorship appearances, including a bus parade in Kuala Lumpur and media duties. By Wednesday night, they looked flat, uninterested and ultimately beaten. Some will dismiss the result as meaningless. Just another friendly. But in modern football, image matters. Results like these don't just bruise egos, they dent the brand. Losing to a lesser-known, regional side, invites questions about commitment, quality, and leadership. And for Southeast Asian football, this was a landmark moment. Too often mocked or overlooked, the region now has a marquee scalp. Young fans in Jakarta, Manila, Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur now have proof that their stars can compete with the best and beat them. For Man United, it's a reminder that global tours aren't just photo ops, they're performances. And if the players aren't up for it, they're not just wasting time, they're damaging a once-great name. The Asean XI didn't just win a match — they sent a message. United, meanwhile, are stuck in a cycle of excuses, fatigue, and false dawns. Once feared across Europe, now beaten in Bukit Jalil. It was meant to be a celebration; it turned into a lesson. And that lesson is simple: you can't just wear the badge, you have to honour it. For now, Man United fans can remain in their caves, still talking about the glory days until the club show more promise in the years to come.
Malay Mail
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
From strangers to giant slayers in 48 hours: Asean All-Stars coach credits ‘fantastic' team play for sinking Manchester United
KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — Asean All-Stars head coach Kim Sang Sik praised his players' great teamwork and attributed it to his side's stunning 1-0 victory over English football giants, Manchester United in the Maybank Challenge Cup at the National Stadium, Bukit Jalil, last night. Sang Sik said what made the result even more remarkable was that the players had only met 48 hours earlier prior to the match against Ruben Amorim's side. '(But it was) as if they had been teammates for two decades. It was a great match and fantastic performance from the team. 'We were only trained for two days but they played like they were together for 20 years. The team played with real good organisation and we are very happy with the victory,' he told a post-match press conference here, last night. Sang Sik also praised the performance of two Malaysian players namely team captain Sergio Aguero and Declan Lambert, who made a strong impression on the pitch. The Vietnam national team head coach noted that he would closely analyse both players ahead of the upcoming third round of the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers, where his team is set to face Malaysia on June 10 at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil. Asean All-Star hero Maung Maung, whose 71st minute goal ensured his team won tonight, described his goal against the 13-time English Premier League champions as a dream that came true. 'This moment is very rare for me, and I would like to dedicate my goal to the Southeast Asia region,' he said. Manchester United will continue their post-season tour with a game against the Hong Kong national team on May 30 at Hong Kong Stadium. — Bernama
Barnama
6 days ago
- Sport
- Barnama
ASEAN All-Stars Coach Praises Players' Great Teamwork In 1-0 Upset Against Man United
KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- ASEAN All-Stars head coach Kim Sang Sik praised his players' great teamwork and attributed it to his side's stunning 1-0 victory over English football giants, Manchester United in the Maybank Challenge Cup at the National Stadium, Bukit Jalil, tonight. Sang Sik said what made the result even more remarkable was that the players had only met 48 hours earlier prior to the match against Ruben Amorim's side. '(But it was) as if they had been teammates for two decades. It was a great match and fantastic performance from the team. bootstrap slideshow 'We were only trained for two days but they played like they were together for 20 years. The team played with real good organisation and we are very happy with the victory,' he told a post-match press conference here, tonight. Sang Sik also praised the performance of two Malaysian players namely team captain Sergio Aguero and Declan Lambert, who made a strong impression on the pitch. The Vietnam national team head coach noted that he would closely analyse both players ahead of the upcoming third round of the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers, where his team is set to face Malaysia on June 10 at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil. ASEAN All-Star hero Maung Maung, whose 71st minute goal ensured his team won tonight, described his goal against the 13-time English Premier League champions as a dream that came true. 'This moment is very rare for me, and I would like to dedicate my goal to the Southeast Asia region,' he said. Manchester United will continue their post-season tour with a game against the Hong Kong national team on May 30 at Hong Kong Stadium.
