Footballers on high alert after spate of attacks

Keeping watch: While Paulo Josue (left) and Syamer Kutty Abba are more wary of their surroundings, they also pray for the speedy recovery of their fellow footballers.

PETALING JAYA: After a spate of attacks on three national footballers, other players are beginning to look over their shoulders whenever they are outside.

Penang midfielder Syamer Kutty Abba, who is on loan from Johor Darul Ta’zim, is also limiting his movements.