Create local leagues for youths for them to be in same level with international cast

Javier Ribera (left) Scott O'Donnell (right). - FAM

PETALING JAYA: Organising national football leagues for youth Under-16 will help them prepare better for international tournaments, says Scott O’Donell.

The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) technical director O’ Donell believes the lack of competition for young players makes it difficult to identify talent.