Bangladesh outclassed by Malaysia in ASEAN Cup opener

Bangladesh made a disappointing start to the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 as Thomas Dooley’s charges were thumped 3-0 by Malaysia in their Group A opener at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta, Indonesia, today.

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Winger Arif Aiman netted a brace in the first half, while forward Bergson added another in the 52nd minute for Malaysia as the men in red and green struggled to create any meaningful chances.

Bangladesh will next face Singapore at the same venue on September 28.