National squad left in the dark after AFC announce re-draw


PETALING JAYA: The National Under-23 squad are in a dilemma as they are committed to play China on Aug 5 as preparation for the Indonesia Asian Games from Aug 18-Sept 2.

Coach Datuk Ong Kim Swee said the match was lined up after the Asian Games Organising Committee (AGOC) had conducted the draw for the football competition involving 24 teams on July 5.

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