Just one match and pitch is damaged

Stadium official fixing the pitch during the Merdeka Tournament at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil, October 13, 2023. - GLENN GUAN/The Star

PETALING JAYA: More time should have been given to allow the grass at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil to be strong enough for use in football matches, according to Tunku Mahkota Johor Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim.

Malaysia surprised a higher ranked India side 4-2 to qualify for the Merdeka Tournament final but it was not the only shock.