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Barnama
21-04-2025
- Sport
- Barnama
2027 Asian Cup Qualifiers: Malaysia To Play Vietnam At National Stadium On June 10
KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 (Bernama) -- The national football squad will play their second 2027 Asian Cup Group F qualifying match on June 10 when they host Vietnam at home at National Stadium, Bukit Jalil, here. Harimau Malaya chief executive officer Rob Friend announced the details of the match in a statement today, adding that they were excited by the prospect of playing in front of their many dedicated local fans. 'We're excited to welcome Vietnam in Bukit Jalil on June 10 for a match expected to be full of emotion and passion. It isn't merely a qualifier, it's the moment Malaysians unite behind the Harimau Malaya and show the true strength of our national pride.
New Straits Times
21-04-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Harimau Malaya return to Bukit Jalil for crunch Vietnam clash
KUALA LUMPUR: Harimau Malaya will return to the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil for their Asian Cup qualifier against Vietnam on June 10, in what is expected to be a blockbuster showdown. The national team opened their campaign with a 2-0 win over Nepal on March 25, a match played at the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium in Iskandar Puteri. Harimau Malaya chief executive officer Rob Friend believes the return to Bukit Jalil will offer more than just home advantage - it's a moment to rally the nation. "We're excited to welcome Vietnam to Bukit Jalil on June 10 for what promises to be a thrilling encounter," said Friend. "This is more than just a qualifier. It's a moment for Malaysians to unite behind Harimau Malaya and show the strength of our national spirit. "We are building something special, so we're excited to see our fans at Bukit Jalil and make it a night to remember." With a capacity of over 80,000, the National Stadium is expected to provide the electric atmosphere Malaysia need to overcome one of Southeast Asia's strongest teams. Vietnam, who thrashed Laos 5-0 in their opener, lead Group C on goal difference, with Malaysia also on three points. The last time world No. 131 Malaysia played at the iconic Bukit Jalil venue was in last year's Asean Cup, where they were held to a goalless draw by Singapore in front of more than 31,000 fans.
The Star
21-04-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Malaysia return to Bukit Jalil for 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers
PETALING JAYA: Harimau Malaya will return to their fortress for their next 2027 Asian Cup third-round qualifiers game. The national team confirmed they will take on Vietnam at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium at 9pm Tuesday (June 10). In the previous qualifying game, Malaysia beat Nepal 2-0 at the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium in Iskandar Puteri, Johor. The last time Malaysia played at the National Stadium was against Singapore in the AFF Cup on Dec 20 2024, where they were held 0-0. National team chief executive officer Rob Friend was delighted with the news, saying the game is more than just a qualifier. "We're excited to welcome Vietnam to Bukit Jalil for what promises to be a thrilling and emotional encounter," said the Canadian. "This is more than just a qualifier. It's a moment for Malaysians to unite behind Harimau Malaya and show the strength of our national spirit. "We are building something special, so we are excited to see our fans at Bukit Jalil and make it a night to remember."
