SEPANG, Nov 10 (Bernama) -- The national squad’s positive performance at the recent 2026 FIFA ASEAN Cup in Jakarta has boosted their confidence ahead of two Tier 1 international friendlies against China and Yemen on Nov 14 and 17 respectively, according to defender Muhammad Ubaidullah Shamsul Fazili.
Performance In Jakarta Boosts Squad's Confidence Ahead Of China, Yemen Matches - Ubaidullah
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Malaysia’s national squad, buoyed by a strong showing at the 2026 FIFA ASEAN Cup in Jakarta, aims to secure points in upcoming friendlies against China on Nov 14 and Yemen on Nov 17 as part of their 2030 World Cup qualifying preparations.
- The team’s confidence rose after a positive performance at the ASEAN Cup in Jakarta.
- They plan to earn points from friendlies against China and Yemen on Nov 14 and 17.
- Malaysia has not beaten China in five recent meetings since 2004 but has won three times against Yemen.
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