Malaysia's Harimau Malaya to face Thailand without midfielder Endrick

Midfielder Endrick dos Santos, the naturalised Brazilian who has been a key play‑maker for the Malaysia national football team, was ruled out of the upcoming AFF Cup 2026 group match against Thailand after MRI scans confirmed a medial collateral ligament (MCL) injury. Coach Tan Cheng Hoe said the injury was a “big loss” for the side but confirmed Endrick will travel with the squad to Bangkok to provide moral support.

The match against Thailand is set for 1 August at Rajamangala Stadium in Bangkok. Malaysia currently lead Group B with six points and will look to maintain momentum despite the absence of their experienced midfielder.