Singapore’s captain Bhaihakki Khaizan fights for the ball with Malaysia’s Norshahrul Talaha during their match at Surapala Keetha Sathan Stadium, Korat, Thailand, 8 November, 2007. Malaysia draw 1-1 but fail to make it to the semi-finals. GLENN GUAN/The Star (Thailand)

Malaysia’s Mohd Safee Sali falls with Singapore’s captain Baihakki Khaizan during their match against Singapore at Surapala Keetha Sathan Stadium, Korat, Thailand, 8 November. Malaysia draw 1-1 but fail to make it to the semi-finals. GLENN GUAN/The Star (Thailand)

Malaysia’s captain Subramaniuam Sooryapparad being console by Singapore’s captain Bhaihakki Khaizan at Surapala Keetha Sathan Stadium, Korat, Thailand, 8 November. Malaysia draw 1-1 but fail to make it to the semi-finals. GLENN GUAN/The Star (Thailand)