Football: Malaysia is the best team in Asean region

What started as a little nudge against the mighty Thai, followed by a sturdy win over host Laos, resulted in a gigantic victory against the Vietnam in the final.

Coming into the final after loosing 1-3 to Vietnam in the group match, our boys putting everything on the line.

First half was a stalemate. Second half was fiery, with end to end action all the way.

The national team stuck to their aim to prove to Vietnam that the group win was a flash in the pan.

Why we won the final:

1. Ball marking, the whole 90+ minutes. Fitness level is at an acceptable standard
2. Great goalie in Shabinee. 2-3 match winning saves
3. Great full back. Sabri Abu and gang
4. Great midfield. 98% of clearance from our defense will be pick up by the midfield, holding the ball then making the pass for counter attack. Basic football played to perfection!
5. Great strikers. Intelligent play. Hold back, pass ball, strike.
6. Great coach. Rajagobal again pull off a strategic move when he made a change midway in 2nd half. Putting another midfield to pile on the pressure on Vietnam goal. Immediate impact followed by a goal 15 mins later! Brilliant.

Congratulation to the national team. We salute you!

Mat Khir , We did it!