Mukhairi takes the blame for Malaysia’s lacklustre display

PETALING JAYA: Withered, tattered and jaded – those were the feelings felt by Mukhairi Ajmal Mahadi (pic) after Malaysia bowed out of the AFC Under-23 Asian Cup without a win.

The 22-year-old playmaker had earned a reputation as a top prospect in midfield thanks to his performance for Selangor in the Super League and also for the Malaysia Under-23 team.