Harimau Malaya will do fine without Dion, says Syamer


PETALING JAYA: Versatile defender and captain Dion Cools (pic) will miss the friendly game against New Zealand at the North Harbour Stadium in Auckland on Oct 14 but the national team are not fretting.

The 28-year-old Dion, who is a key player for Thai club Buriram United, will not be able to join Harimau Malaya due to personal reasons.

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