KUALA LUMPUR: In a show of solidarity, Selangor footballers have rallied behind their teammate, Faisal Halim, who was the victim of an acid attack at a Petaling Jaya shopping mall on Sunday.
In an Instagram post, the team expressed their support for Faisal, sharing motivational words alongside images of the national winger.
"Football serves as a platform for unity, where individuals come together to play and compete, bound by their passion for the game regardless of differences.
"Let's stop hate comments, recognising the impact our words may have on someone's life."
Notable players like national Under-23 captain Mukhairi Ajmal Mahadi, Harith Haiqal Adam Afkar, Aliff Izwan, Fazly Mazlan, and Sharul Nazeem Zulpakar, among others, came together to show their support for Faisal.
This marks the first time where players have spoken out as they were previously advised to maintain silence during ongoing police investigations.
The news of Faisal's acid attack has garnered attention both domestically and internationally, highlighting his significant contribution to Harimau Malaya's memorable 3-3 draw against South Korea in the recent Asian Cup in Doha, Qatar,
His remarkable goal during the match also earned him the prestigious AFC Continental Goal of the Tournament award.