Faisal expected to be discharged soon and could return to action in three to six months

Good strike: Faisal Halim (right) scoring Malaysia’s first goal past South Korea goalkeeper Jo Hyeon-woo during an Asian Cup Group E match on Jan 25. — AFP

PETALING JAYA: Acid attack victim Faisal Halim can expect to be discharged from hospital before the week is over and make a return to football in three to six months after undergoing his fourth surgery.

It i nvolved taking skin from Faisal’s thighs to graft onto his face and the national footballer is recovering well from the procedure.