Malaysia claimed the bronze medal at the Southeast Asian Games after defeating the Philippines in a closely contested match in Bangkok.
Breakdown
- Malaysia took the lead in the 28th minute through Danish Hakimi Sahaluddin 6s
- Gavin Muin equalized for the Philippines eight minutes later 16s
- Hakimi Azim Rosli scored the winning goal for Malaysia before halftime 25s
- Brief tensions arose after the final whistle before teams shook hands 38s
- Malaysia claimed bronze after advancing as best second-placed team 45s