Mismatched Laos target shock Asean Cup result against Harimau Malaya
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KUALA LUMPUR: Laos coach Vladica Grujic believes Malaysia hold the advantage ahead of their Asean Cup Group B match on Tuesday, though his young side remain capable of creating a surprise.
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The Serbian coach said there is a clear gulf between both nations' football structures, as Malaysia benefit from a professional league while Laos continue to develop their domestic system.
Despite Malaysia naming a squad without several regular players, Grujic said Harimau Malaya remain one of the strongest teams in Southeast Asia and his players cannot afford to underestimate them.
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