Malaysia receives good news from FIFA after a big win against Laos

With a commanding 5-1 victory over Laos in the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers, the Malaysian national team earned valuable points, rising to 118th place in the real-time FIFA rankings.

The Malaysian team continued their impressive form by moving up to 118th in the world according to the real-time FIFA rankings, following their 5-1 win over Laos on the evening of October 14 at Bukit Jalil National Stadium. This result helped coach Peter Cklamovski’s squad solidify their position among the top 120 teams globally, providing a significant boost ahead of the remaining Asian Cup 2027 qualifying matches.

Entering the match aiming for their fourth consecutive win, Malaysia initially faced a setback as Laos scored first in the first half. However, the resilience of the team under Cklamovski’s leadership was clearly shown in the second half. The home side quickly regained control and staged a remarkable comeback with sharp teamwork and effective finishing.

The scorers for Malaysia included Faisal Halim, Romel Morales, Paulo Josue, along with an own goal by a Laos player, securing a convincing 5-1 victory. This match also highlighted significant improvements in fitness, tactics, and morale of Cklamovski’s players after thorough preparation.

According to statistics from FIFA Rankings Live, this win helped Malaysia gain an additional 6.53 points, raising their total to 1,161.53, surpassing Gambia to claim the 118th spot worldwide. Notably, although Gambia also won their match on the same day, Malaysia temporarily moved ahead due to a better points difference.

This achievement marks a memorable milestone for Malaysian football, as "Harimau Malaya" returns to the top 120 teams globally for the first time in many years. It reflects the team’s relentless effort to improve performance and affirm their status regionally and continentally.

According to plans, Malaysia will continue their 2027 Asian Cup qualifying campaign by hosting Nepal at Bukit Jalil Stadium on November 18. Another win would help coach Cklamovski’s squad strengthen their position and keep hopes alive for advancing further in the quest for a spot in the Asian finals.