[PHOTOS] The 12th player that helped Harimau Malaya roar again
Ultras Malaya continues to give strong support to Malaysian football team, no matter win or lose
Updated 4 years ago · Published on 14 Jun 2022 11:11PM
Ultras Malaya’s ‘Amok’ mega tifo keeps fans and players alike in high spirits ahead of the crunch 2023 Asian Cup qualifier between Malaysia and Bangladesh. – ABD RAZAK LATIF/The Vibes pic, June 14, 2022
by Abd Razak Latif
KUALA LUMPUR – Victories in football competitions are not only celebrated by the players alone, but also by the fans who show unwavering support for their home team.
That is why Ultras Malaya, the die-hard supporters of Malaysia’s national sports teams, especially the Harimau Malaya football squad, is known as the team’s twelfth player.
Without fail, the Ultras wholeheartedly supported the national team, standing and cheering throughout the match.
The Vibes shutterbug, ABD RAZAK LATIF was at the corner of the Bukit Jalil National Stadium’s pitch to capture the antics of Ultras Malaya as Malaysia downed Bangladesh 4-1. – The Vibes, June 14, 2022
Children are not left out from the struggle of being Harimau Malaya fans. – ABD RAZAK LATIF/The Vibes pic, June 14, 2022Supporters showed up as early as 5pm to support the national team for the clash with Bahrain. – ABD RAZAK LATIF/The Vibes pic, June 14, 2022Various words of encouragement supported the sacrifices of the national players. – ABD RAZAK LATIF/The Vibes pic, June 14, 2022Football is not just a game for men. – ABD RAZAK LATIF/The Vibes pic, June 14, 2022Supporters came from various factions and states with one goal, helping to inspire the national team to win. – ABD RAZAK LATIF/The Vibes pic, June 14, 2022Regardless of losing or winning, the support from Ultras Malaya remains strong. – ABD RAZAK LATIF/The Vibes pic, June 14, 2022Even Bangladeshis who work in Malaysia supported the national team in the spirit of sportsmanship. – ABD RAZAK LATIF/The Vibes pic, June 14, 2022The players paid tribute and thanked Ultras Malaya whose support never wavered. – ABD RAZAK LATIF/The Vibes pic, June 14, 2022At the end, whether win or lose, Ultras Malaya will be there to always support the national team. – ABD RAZAK LATIF/The Vibes pic, June 14, 2022Muhammad Syafiq Ahmad (left) and Muhammad Safawi Rasid celebrate after the former gave Harimau Malaya a two-goal cushion in their 2023 Asian Cup qualifying clash at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium. – ABD RAZAK LATIF/The Vibes pic, June 14, 2022
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