Malaysia draws the attention of all Southeast Asia in the Asian Cup qualifiers

Malaysia keeps up its powerful performance in the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers, standing as the sole Southeast Asian team with a perfect record of 4 wins.

Malaysia continues to showcase impressive form in the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers, becoming the only Southeast Asian team to secure victories in all their first 4 matches. Coach Peter Cklamovski's squad has scored 14 goals while conceding just once, solidifying their top position in Group F with a flawless 12 points.

Malaysia's remaining two matches include an away game against Vietnam and a home match versus Nepal. Given their current form, regional fans are eager to see if the "Malayan Tigers" can sustain their winning streak and finish the qualifiers with a perfect campaign.

However, Malaysia's success is shadowed by controversy. The team is currently under FIFA investigation regarding the eligibility of 7 naturalized players. The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) plans to file an appeal, and the final decision has yet to be made. If the appeal is successful, Malaysia could avoid severe penalties such as point deductions or even disqualification from the tournament.

Meanwhile, other Southeast Asian teams are trailing but have yet to match this achievement. Vietnam currently holds 9 points from 4 matches (3 wins, 1 loss), ranking second in Group F behind Malaysia. Thailand impressed with a 6-1 victory over Taiwan (China), earning 9 points and temporarily sitting second in Group D due to goal difference behind Turkmenistan. The Philippines lead Group A with 10 points after 4 games, ahead of Tajikistan on goal difference. Singapore is also putting in a strong effort, holding 8 points in Group C after a 2-1 away win against India.

However, Myanmar has been officially eliminated following a 0-3 loss to Syria, while Laos, Brunei, and East Timor remain at the bottom of their respective groups.

After 4 rounds, Malaysia not only stands as the best-performing Southeast Asian team but also ranks among the most impressive teams in Asia. Despite ongoing issues regarding naturalized players, the "Malayan Tigers" continue to inspire hope for regional football in the Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers.

The final two matches, especially the rematch against Vietnam, will determine if they can close the qualifiers with a perfect winning streak.