New Era for Malaysian Football: Mark Milligan Embarks on Exciting Journey as Harimau Malaya Assistant Coach
A New Chapter Unfolds
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, February 22 – Mark Milligan, a former Australian national team captain, is thrilled to begin his role as assistant coach of the Harimau Malaya, Malaysia’s national football team. Milligan, 39, expressed his excitement to start his duties and contribute to the team’s future success.
A Revolutionary Football Project
The Australian coach was drawn to the revolutionary football project spearheaded by the Regent of Johor, Tunku Mahkota Ismail, which led him to Malaysia. In a statement released by the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM), Milligan highlighted the opportunity to be part of an exciting project, saying, "It is great to be here in Malaysia and to start my duties as soon as possible. When the opportunity to join Harimau Malaya came, it was a chance for me as a coach to be part of an exciting project."
A Commitment to Excellence
Milligan is committed to utilizing his vast experience to benefit the national squad. He praised the progress being made in Malaysian football, particularly the opportunities being given to young players to compete at the highest level in Asian competitions. "The most important thing is for clubs to continue providing young players with opportunities to play, and a competitive league will certainly benefit the national team," he added.
Observing the Challenge Cup Final
Milligan arrived in Malaysia in mid-February and began his duties by observing the first leg of the Challenge Cup final between Selangor FC and PDRM FC last Saturday.
Conclusion
Mark Milligan’s appointment as assistant coach of Harimau Malaya marks a significant step forward in Malaysian football. With his vast experience and commitment to excellence, the Australian coach is poised to play a vital role in steering the national squad towards a brighter future. As the team embarks on this new chapter, fans can expect to see improvements in the team’s performance and competitiveness in international competitions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Mark Milligan’s role in the Harimau Malaya team?
A: He is the assistant coach.
Q: What is the revolutionary football project that attracted Mark Milligan to Malaysia?
A: The project is spearheaded by the Regent of Johor, Tunku Mahkota Ismail.
Q: What is Mark Milligan’s commitment to the national team?
A: He is committed to utilizing his experience to benefit the national squad and sees the importance of continuing to provide young players with opportunities to play in a competitive league.