Malaysia defeats Vietnam 4-0 in third-round qualifiers

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian footballer Joao Vitor Figueiredo (centre) attempts a shot on goal against Vietnam in the second match of Group F of the 2027 Asian Cup Qualifiers at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium on Tuesday (Jun 10). - BernamaPic

BUKIT JALIL: Malaysia put on a solid performance in their 2027 Asian Cup third-round qualifiers fixture after defeating Vietnam 4-0 thanks to the help of their heritage heroes at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil on Tuesday (June 10).

Freshly-arrived Harimau Malaya attacker Joao Figueiredo was eager to make his mark on the pitch, coming close with several opportunities in the first half but to no avail.