The Malayan Tigress Under-17s’ hopes of qualifying for the U17 Women’s Asian Cup in China next year went up in smoke after a 0-4 hammering at the hands of India in their final group E match.

India’s win earned them a spot in next year’s tournament, with Malaysia in second place.

The Malayan Tigress Under-17s’ hopes of qualifying for the U17 Women’s Asian Cup in China next year went up in smoke after a 0-4 hammering by India in their final group E match.

A passionate crowd of 2,662 fans at Selayang Stadium, mostly in Harimau Malaya yellow, were treated to a dominant attacking display by India’s Under-17 players and the Malayan Tigress’ defensive prowess on a soggy pitch that had been rained on just moments earlier.