Malaysia beat Singapore for the first time in 14 years at the SEA Games

The home team played explosively in the second half, scoring two consecutive goals to beat Singapore 2-1 in the second match on the evening of August 16.

Singapore unexpectedly took the lead in the first half thanks to Amiruldin, with a sharp left-footed shot from outside the penalty area. Malaysia played impatiently and were stuck in front of the young Lions' defense. A loss to Singapore would put the home team in a difficult position, even facing the risk of being eliminated early from the group stage.

That situation forced Malaysia to play desperately in the second half, actively attacking at high speed and constantly pressing. However, it must also be mentioned thatReasonable adjustments by coach Ong Kim Swee. Both substitute players brought in by the Malaysian coach in the second half scored.

Malaysia won both matches and has a big advantage to get a ticket to the semi-finals.

First was the equalizer in the 68th minute,when Adam Azlin dribbled confidently and suddenly unleashed a powerful shot from outside the penalty area into a very narrow corner.Shah Alam Stadium exploded with a beautiful goal from the home team.

Ride on the victory,MalaysiaIt took just six more minutes for the decisive goal to be scored. Safawi Rasid was on hand after the chaos, tapping the ball into the net from close range. This was the first time since 2003 that Malaysia had beaten Singapore at the SEA Games.

Winning two matches, Malaysia leads Group A. Myanmar ranks second with four points, after a 3-1 win over Laos.

In the remaining two matches, the home team only needs at least a draw against Myanmar to secure a ticket to the semi-finals.

According to VNE