Malaysia bow out with pride after beating Guam

By NST in August 11, 2025 – Reading time 2 minute

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia salvaged some pride with a 2-0 victory over Guam in their final Women’s Under-20 Asian Cup Qualifying Group F match at the KLFA Stadium on Sunday.

After 3-0 and 16-0 drubbings by Iran and Japan ended their hopes of progression, the Young Tigresses showed resilience against Guam.

Head coach Cameron Ng praised his players’ determination and commitment to the game plan despite early setbacks.

“I’m very proud of the players. They never gave up. Everyone fought hard, including the substitutes who came on ready to fight for the team,” said Cameron.

The breakthrough came in the 64th minute when Kaseh Carlmila broke free and slotted past Guam goalkeeper Sierra Ruehl.

She doubled her tally in the 85th minute, tapping into an empty net to seal Malaysia’s only win of the tournament.

“The most satisfying thing is they trusted what we were trying to do and delivered on it,” Cameron added.

Guam coach Kim Sherman insisted the scoreline did not reflect her team’s performance.

“We’re thankful for the support back home. It helped carry us through this tournament. We’re proud to represent Guam,” she said.

Malaysia finished third in Group F with the consolation victory, but both they and Guam had already been eliminated and will not feature in next year’s finals in Thailand.

Earlier, six-time champions Japan sealed their place in the finals with an 11-0 demolition of Iran, topping Group F with nine points and a staggering 32 goals scored without conceding.

Meanwhile, in the Super League, Terengganu cruised to a 3-0 win over Penang at the City Stadium.

Adam Azmi Murad opened the scoring in the 50th minute before Gabriel Silva (55th) and Khalai’f Naskam (88th) completed the rout.

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