Malaysia rout Japan to march into Asia Cup final

Good job: Nik Aiman Rozemi (left) celebrating his goal with teammates in the Asia Cup super four match against Japan. — AHF

PETALING JAYA: The Speedy Tigers exorcised the ghosts of the 2018 Asian Games when they hammered Japan 5-0 to check into the Asia Cup final in style.

It was at the same venue, the Gelora Bung Karno Sports Complex, where Japan deprived Malaysia of the gold medal as they made a remarkable comeback to win through penalties.