Preparation for ASEAN Cup and 2027 Asian Cup Qualification
Harimau Malaya head coach Pau Marti Vicente has described the Tier 1 international friendly matches against Laos and India as the best tonic for his men to face two different tournaments.
Preparation and Experience
The two teams will certainly provide useful experience for the national squad in preparation for two tournaments, namely the ASEAN Cup in December and the third round of the 2027 Asian Cup Qualification next year. "Its a good opportunity for us to play in two games with two different approaches," said Pau Marti. "We will use the match against Laos as a preparation for the ASEAN Cup and India to prepare for the 2027 Asian Cup Qualifiers."
Challenging Away Games
Pau Marti expects two difficult away games against Laos and India, but believes that they will be beneficial for the team. "I expect two difficult away games, but it is good for us and we learned a lot from the previous two games (friendly) in New Zealand," he told reporters at the squad’s official training session at Wisma FAM, Kelana Jaya yesterday.
Team Rankings
Malaysia are ranked 133rd in the world, while India and Laos are ranked 125th and 187th respectively.
New Approach
Pau Marti has also announced that the team will adopt a new approach in these matches, aiming to achieve the best results and improve Harimau Malaya’s away record.
Previous Matches
The last time Malaysia met Laos was in the 2022 AFF Cup, with a 5-0 victory in the group stage at Bukit Jalil National Stadium (SNBJ), here. The team also beat India 4-2 in the Pestabola Merdeka 2023 competition.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the friendly matches against Laos and India are an important preparation for the ASEAN Cup and the 2027 Asian Cup Qualification. The team will face different challenges and opponents, which will allow them to learn and grow. With a new approach and a determined team, Harimau Malaya is ready to take on the challenges ahead.
FAQs
Q: What are the two teams that Harimau Malaya will face in friendly matches?
A: The team will face Laos and India in Tier 1 international friendly matches.
Q: What are the tournaments that Harimau Malaya is preparing for?
A: The team is preparing for the ASEAN Cup in December and the third round of the 2027 Asian Cup Qualification next year.
Q: What is Pau Marti’s expectation for the two matches?
A: Pau Marti expects two difficult away games, but believes that they will be beneficial for the team.
Q: What is the ranking of Malaysia, India, and Laos in the world?
A: Malaysia are ranked 133rd in the world, while India and Laos are ranked 125th and 187th respectively.