Marhan’s the true blue superhero for coach Arulselvaraj


Natural leader: Marhan Jalil (right) took his leadership role well on and off the pitch, he was inspirational and instrumental, says coach A. Arulselvaraj.

PETALING JAYA: Call him the Speedy Tigers’ Captain Marvel.

National coach A. Arulselvaraj holds high regards for skipper Marhan Jalil who played a sterling role in leading Malaysia into the Asia Cup final in Jakarta last week. In fact, Arulselvaraj says Marhan was his choice as the player of the tournament.

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