Malaysia reach Junior Asia Cup semi-final after beating Bangladesh 5-1

Mohd Syamim Naim Abdul Hamid (centre) making a goal attempt against Bangladesh in the men's Junior Asia Cup in Sallah, Oman on May 25. - AHF pic.

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia made a giant step in reaching the semi-final of the men’s Junior Asia Cup after beating Bangladesh 5-1 in Salalah, Oman on Thursday (May 25).

Striker Shahmie Irfan Suhaimi starred with a hattrick by converting penalty corners in the 13th, 43rd and 59th minutes.