Harimau Malaya Bolsters Squad with Four New Heritage Players

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – June 5, 2025 – The Malaysian national football team, Harimau Malaya, has received a significant boost ahead of their upcoming Asian Cup qualifiers. Four new heritage players have joined the squad, bringing a diverse range of international experience and talent. The new recruits include Rodrigo Holgado, a striker from Colombia; Jon Irazabal, a defender from Azerbaijan; Manol Machuca, a winger from Argentina; and Joao Figueredo, a striker from Turkey. Each player has expressed their enthusiasm to represent Malaysia. "Since arriving, I've fallen in love with the atmosphere and I'm ready to give my all for Malaysia," said Holgado. The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) has confirmed that the players have been training with the team and are ready to contribute to the team's success in the upcoming match against Vietnam. This addition to the team is seen as a positive step towards achieving the dreams of all Malaysians.