Bahrain have been one step away from reaching the last two FIFA World Cups™ but while their coach Peter Taylor tells FIFA.com the chances of reaching Brazil 2014 are slim, the Englishman says the Gulf nation has a bright future.
Having already helped his nation to unprecedented success, prolific Malaysia striker Safee Sali is now intent on breaking new ground for both club and country.
Malaysia’s U-23 side have retained the SEA Games title in dramatic fashion, edging hosts Indonesia 4-3 on penalties after an evenly-matched final. FIFA.com reviews the tournament.
Malaysia took gold in the U-23 football tournament at the Southeast Asian Games today by beating Indonesia 4-3 on penalties, following a 1-1 draw after extra time.
The window of opportunity to reach the next stage of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ qualification continues to get smaller in Asia, with only four berths remaining after Australia, Iran and Iraq all sealed their passage.
Iran won 4-1 away to Indonesia to move on to the verge of reaching the next phase in Asian Zone qualifying for Brazil 2014.
