Ahead Of Friendly Matches, Malaysian Fans Question Cape Verde’s Strength

According to Bolasport.com, the Malaysian National Team is set to play two Tier 1 international friendlies against Cape Verde, a nation ranked 72nd in the FIFA rankings, compared to Malaysia’s 131st.

The first match will take place at KLFA Stadium in late May and will be open to the public, while the second will be a closed-door encounter at the National Stadium Bukit Jalil in early June.

These matches are part of Harimau Malaya’s preparations ahead of their crucial 2027 Asian Cup Qualifier against Vietnam scheduled for mid-June.

Fans Question the Opponent’s Commitment and Squad Quality

Despite Cape Verde’s superior ranking, Malaysian fans remain skeptical of the Blue Sharks’ actual strength — with many speculating whether Cape Verde will field their first-choice squad during the Kuala Lumpur fixtures.

The friendlies are viewed as key tests to evaluate Malaysia’s form, strategy, and squad depth before their competitive campaign resumes.