National interim coach Datuk Ong Kim Swee during the training session for preparation for the match against UAE in group A of the 2019 Asian Cup qualifier at Wisma FAM in Kelana Jaya,yesterday, MUHAMAD SHAHRIL ROSLI/The Star.
PETALING JAYA: Indonesia celebrated their return to the international football scene in style after defeating a bungling Malaysian side 3-0 in a friendly match at the Manahan Stadium in Solo on Tuesday.
It was a carnival atmosphere for the local fans as they witnessed Indonesia’s first competitive match since a one-year ban for government interference, was lifted by FIFA in May.
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