Striker Syafiq fixes focus on making his mark in Merdeka Tournament

Hard at work: Syafiq Ahmad (right) in action during a training session. Together with him is teammate Matthew Davies. — FAM

PETALING JAYA: Striker Syafiq Ahmad is ready to make his presence felt when the national team get into action in the Merdeka Tournament starting on Saturday at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil.

Malaysia will open their campaign against the Philippines while defending champions Tajikistan take on Lebanon on the same day and the winners will contest the final on Sept 8.