KUALA LUMPUR: National coach Tan Cheng Hoe has downplayed his men’s chances of winning big when Malaysia play Bhutan at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil tomorrow.
Despite the Bhutan squad featuring only semi-professional players, Cheng Hoe said the focus will only be on ending Malaysia's 12-match run without a win.
The former Kedah coach urged his players to remain focused on the task at hand and be wary of any surprises from Bhutan.
"We are expecting to win but not a big win as every game is different. I hope the players will not underestimate Bhutan," said Cheng Hoe today.
"We really want to win because we have not done so at the international level for a long time. I hope the players will be able to continue with the momentum they had during the match against Lebanon."
Cheng Hoe added that he will not be making many changes from the squad he fielded against Lebanon.
"I might make two or three changes, not many. We will give a chance to the players who did not play against Lebanon."
A 3-2 victory over Cambodia in the group stage of the AFF Suzuki Cup in Yangon on Nov 20, 2016 was the last time Malaysia won a game.
Since then Harimau Malaysia have struggled, losing nine and drawing three of their matches in the Asia Cup qualifiers and friendlies.
The friendly against Bhutan, regarded as minnows in the sport, is believed to be the team's best chance of getting back on track.