AFC expected to announce neutral venue for Malaysia-N. Korea match by end of the week


KUALA LUMPUR: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is still in the process of discussing the issue of a neutral venue for the match between Malaysia and North Korea, with the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) and North Korean Football Association.

AFC secretary-general Windsor Paul when contacted by Bernama on Monday said though the AFC is still discussing the prospect of a neutral venue for the 2019 Asia Cup Qualifying match between Malaysia and North Korea, a decision is expected by end of the week.

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