Harimau Muda A may join S-League next year

According to secreatary-general of Football Association of Malaysia (FAM), Dato' Hamidin Hj Mohd Amin, the Harimau Muda A probably will join Singapore League (S-League) next year. It will be finalized on December this year.

It is whether to send them overseas like previously played in Slovakia. By sending them overseas is still on proposal. They have discussed on option place like Slovakia, Brazil and Australia. If failed, they will come back to S-League next year.

For the record, in year 2012  the team was in fourth place with 10 points gap between the champion league, Tampines Rovers. 

If the Harimau Muda A rejoin the S-League next year while Harimau Muda B placed in Malaysian Premier League and Harimau C will join FAM league.

Meanwhile the head coach of Harimau Muda A, Datuk Ong Kim Swee confirmed the friendly match against Jordan Under-23 in Amman from 8 to 20 November 2013.

Next, Harimau Muda A will oppose the third Japanese League team, FC Ryukyu and another team (will announce soon).  It is preparation for the coming Sea Games 2013 in Myanmar on December.

Kim Swee will sure there will be no clash or overlap in the team player and Harimau Malaya because he and Rajagopal alway discuss together on players substitution.

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AFF Futsal Championship Malaysia must defeat Thailand

Malaysia national team must revive from the last two match against the host, Thailand tomorrow. It will be third game for Malaysia after they had one win and one lost during previous matches.

Malaysia in group A together with Vietnam, Brunei, Philippine and Thailand. Malaysia must poses high spirit to overcome the host Thailand which already with 28 goals lead the group A.

In previous matches, Malaysia loss to Vietnam 1-2 and win over Brunei 8-4. While Thailand defeated Philippine 20-1 and win over Brunei 8-1.

Malaysia team have to struggle after loss the first match against Vietnam and win over Brunei. With a few slots offer on AFC Futsal Championship next year, Malaysia team believe they just started to make a good path after the first win against Brunei yesterday. 

Malaysia will oppose Thailand on October 22 (Tuesday) and against Philippines on the next day.

Meanwhile Australia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Laos and Timor Leste are in the group B. For time being, Indonesia on the top of group B with 6 points and 29 goals.

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Kelantan and Pahang in different mood

Kelantan has a few thing to do before the second league of semi-final will take place at Kota Bharu soon. The match will be held on Friday October 25 at Sultan Muhammad IV stadium. 

Hodak believes the win will be in his side while the fans have  to obey the propose during the match. He hope the advantages as a host and play in front of tens of  thousands of their 'die hard' fans will guarantee their wins against ATM.

Previously in the first league of semi-final, Kelantan win over ATM 2-1. It is not a good result for Kelantan but enough as the second league Kelantan as a home.

Kelantan Football Association (KAFA) for sure they will be able to solve the tens of thousands fans especially the The Red Warrior Fans problems during the match soon. They are ready for any circumference that will occur soon.

In another match, Sarawak will host against Pahang on Saturday, October 26 at 8.45 p.m. Previously Pahang lead 3-1 against Sarawak.

Pahang striker, Azamuddin Mohd Akil or known as 'Alex' admit that they have another 90 minutes for the second leg and anything could be happen. With three goals ahead, it is still not comfortable zone. His resolution to score more goals at Stadium Negeri Sarawak soon and he believe to make it to final.

While Sarawak believe the situation will be different in Stadium Negeri Sarawak. They will use the advantage as home play soon.

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Final Super Series | Denamrk Open 2013 : Lee Chong Wei vs Chen Long

Chen Long defeated Lee Chong Wei with straight set 24-22, 21-19. As runner up, Datuk Lee Chong Wei bring back US$15,200 while Chen Long with US$30,000.

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International Super Series Hockey 9's Perth, Malaysia in third place

Malaysia men hockey has beaten Pakistan for the determination of third or fourth place just now. Malaysia show their come back after lost to the previous match against Pakistan 5-3.

Malaysia win 2-1 against Pakistan. While Australia defeated Argentina 9-4 to grab the title.

The following were the results of the matches  involving Malaysia men hockey :-

MALAYSIA 3  Pakistan 5

MALAYSIA 0  Australia 8

MALAYSIA 0  Argentina 3

3rd/4th place

MALAYSIA 2  Pakistan 1

Meanwhile Malaysia women hockey failed to show resurgence after lost all the matches. For the result, they placed in last position of the tournament.

The following were the results of the matches involving Malaysia women hockey :-

MALAYSIA 0  Australia 8

MALAYSIA 1  Argentina 10

MALAYSIA 1  Canada 4

3rd/4th place

MALAYSIA 1  Canada 3

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Malaysia Cup 2013 ( 1 leg of semifinal) full result: Pahang vs Sarawak

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U.S. Open Squash Nicol retain the championship

As tradition, the top two world class of squash met in final. the second seed, Laura Massaro not easily give the champion to world number one, Nicol David after they have to play for 84 minutes in five set.

The 30-year-old penangite defeated Laura, 13-11, 11-13, 7-11, 11-8, 11-5 win. This is the second time since last year championship. It is also the second win after the Carol Weymuller championship a week ago.

Nicol and Laura have shown their best performance and wait for long patient and well-craft rally during the match. However the world number one show her domination in last two set to reigns the supreme

Nicol said that it was a fantastic journey to win the title for the second time and a week after she win the Carol Weymuller title. 

Congratulation to Datuk Nicol Ann David and make us proud of you.

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International Super Series Hockey 9's Perth, Malaysia defeated

The hockey world one, Australia defeated Malaysia 8-0. Jamie Dywer make Malaysia suffered with the hattrick scores. 

Their first goal was scored during the first penalty corners after five minutes the game start. Australian has made another four goals scored in 14th, 18th, 19th, 20th minute before the first half end.

In second half, Australian continue their domination by scores three more goals at 30th, 34th and 40th minute.

Malaysia almost get their first glance at goal by Tengku Ahmad Tajudin Abdul Jalil early 6th minute  but his shot way over the cross bar.

Tomorrow Malaysia will oppose Pakistan for the next match and Australia will meet Argentina.

In another women' s hockey match, Argentina defeated Malaysia 10-1.

Next fixtures, Malaysia will meet Canada and Australia will oppose Argentina.

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Malaysia Cup 2013 ( 1 leg of semifinal) full result: Kelantan vs ATM

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FC Ryukyu wants more Malaysian players

Wan Zack Haikal Wan Nor may be happy with the latest news while FC Ryukyu interested to call more Malaysian footballers to join the club. 

The Japanese third division, FC Ryukyu like to 'fishing' another two players of Harimau Muda. However the names were not revealed yet.

Meanwhile Wan Zack Haikal Wan Nor and left back Nazirul Naim Che Hashim both whom signed with the club last March 2013 shown positive reaction and hope many players will explore and gain difference experience in Japan.

The names will revealed later by the Secretary-Genaral of Football Association of Malaysia (FAM), Dato' Hamidin Bin Haji Mohd Amin.

On Wan Zack conditions, FC Ryukyu take responsible to bear all surgery costs for Wan Zack injury.

Harimau Muda had coach, Ong Kim Swee hope Wan Zack will be available for next year especially for AFF Suzuki Cup 2014 preparation.

Wan Zack Haikal contract will end until March 2015.

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Asian Cup 2015 qualifier full result : Malaysia vs Bahrain

Malaysia and Bahrain draw 1-1. Bahrain's goal was scored in first half. 

While Norshahrul Idlan Talaha was the Malaysian hero score a goal at 71 minute.

 

In another group D match, Qatar defeated Yemen 6-0. So overall Bahrain on the top place with 7 points, Qatar 6 points, Malaysia 4 points and Yemen with no point.

 

Meanwhile other matches involving Southeast Asia :-

 

Singapore defeated Syria 2-1, 

Indonesia draw 1-1 against China 

Vietnam lost to Uzbekistan 1-3.

Phillipines defeated Pakistan 3-1

Current result ;- Thailand 0  Iran 0

 

The following were the pics of the match between Malaysia vs Bahrain.

 

 

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Harimau Malaya will celebrate aidiladha with victory against Bahrain

 

It is a bit upset for tomorrow match against Bahrain. Harimau Malaya have to make do without the services of key men.

Wan Zack Haikal Wan Nor, Safee Sali, Razman Roslan, Nik Shahrul Azim Halim, Fadhli Shas and Helmi Remeli are totally not going down to play. 

Meanwhile Aidil Zafuan Abdul Radzak a bit worry with injury suffered by Mahali Jasuli that affect a bit on defense row.

Harimau Malaya head coach, Datuk K.Rajagopal will replace Mahali if the situation warranted. He said that Harimau Malaya have many capable and quality of players to replace him such as K. Reuben.

He want his boys to give 100% focus and show what they have learnt especially from recently international friendly match against UAE.

In press conference today, Bahrain head coach, Anthony Hudson optimistic to bring full points against Malaysia tomorrow but it is not easy job while they have to play in front of tens of thousands Malaysia Fans tomorrow.

Malaysia occupy third place already played for two matches in Group D, beating Yemen 2-1 and lost to Qatar 2-0. 

Rajagopal said that on paper, Malaysia, Bahrain and Qatar have a fair chance. We confidence to give the best try to qualify for the Asian Cup 2015.

As home, he hope Harimau Malaya able to show the best game and produce many goals for the country while play in front of Malaysia fans tomorrow. 

Watch live Malaysia vs Bahrain on 15 October 2015 at 8.45 p.m.

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Izzat the new talented motoGP rider in memories

This week 23rd edition Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix event will miss his shadow after involved accidental incident at the end of the training session SIC Ninja 250 Cup at the Sepang International Circuit on 21 September ago.

Muhammad Izzat Abdul Hakim suffered serious injuries on his head was rushed to Putrajaya Hospital and then transferred to Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Kuala Lumpur Hospital for treatment.

During the incident, he was lost control while on Kawasaki Ninja 250 rides and crashed to race marshal position, Satish Suppiah. Satish with serious injuries died while on the way to Putrajaya Hospital.

As a result of the incident, the round three Malaysian Super Series at the weekend was cancelled. 

The 17-year-old rider is a student at SMK Seri Putra, Bangi giving fully attention during class lesson, pleasing many friends, helpful, enthusiastic and dedication in pursuing as a profesional rider.

Izzat while 10 years old was the champ on  'pocket bike'  event on 'Saturday Night Race' at Semenyih Minimoto Park in year 2006.

Early this year he was on second place in National Kapcai Endurance Championship thus qualified for the race of SIC Ninja 250 Championship cup.

Izzat who turns 17 years old on last September 3rd, made Valentino Rossi as idol, aspire to achive 9A+ in Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) and further Spain to race someday.

Let recite Al-Fatihah and may he placed amongst His beloved servants, Amen. Al-Fatihah.

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Still proud lost to UAE

Harimau Malaya head coach, Datuk K.Rajagopal still positive even his boys lost to UAE yesterday. UAE defeated Harimau Malaya 3-1 in Shenzhen, China. He looks the situation as the best performance towards Asian Cup 2013 qualifier against Bahrain on October 15.

He added that it was the 'warm up' match. Rajagopal felt proud even they have to performance without eight of main players including Norshahrul Idlan Talaha, Aidil Zafuan Abdul Razak and Safee Sali.

He said that Bahrain is the selected team. If we consistent or not they still better than us. Rajagopal  believe that we able to make upset according to the last performance against UAE.

After the match against Bahrain on October 15, we will oppose them in their host country.

Harimau Malaya will meet Yemen (home) on Mac 5 2014 on the final match of group D.

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Malaysia Cup 2013 : Venue exchange, who will benefit more?

While Armed Force (ATM) captain, Hairuddin Omar is not happy on venue exchange from Selayang Stadium to Shah Alam Stadium, but The Red Warrior (TRW) feel different to share.

Instead, TRW cannot wait to see the capacity of seats loaded with TRW fans. Generally, their supporters will fulfilled every single place in the stadium. TRW have many supporters and of course ATM fans will get sunk in the 'red wave' rampage.

Meanwhile ATM head coach, B Sathianathan admitted that he was mistaken calculation to agree exchange venue from Selayang Stadium to Shah Alam Stadium.

He said that the matter should be discussed first amongst themselves especially players. Hairuddin Omar get shocked and worry on the decision made but he hope Sathianathan to appeal to FAM to stick with the Selayang Stadium venue rather than Shah Alam Stadium.

Indra Putra Mahayuddin said that their fans admitted the Shah Alam Stadium is their second 'hallowed stadium' after Sultan Mohammad IV stadium. It will be a nightmare to opponent if the venue filled with TRW fans soon.

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