Three players are recent victims of attacks in Malaysia, with one in hospital after an acid attack and another had their windscreen smashed.
The president of Malaysia 's football association has recommended players hire security for their protection. Malaysia 's FA has recommended players consider hiring bodyguards while Johor Darul Ta'zim has beefed up security for its squad after their midfielder Safiq Rahim became the third player to be attacked over the last week.
Selangor FC winger Faisal Halim was left in critical condition after being splashed with acid at a shopping mall on Sunday, while national team player Akhyar Rashid was injured in a robbery outside his home in the eastern state of Terengganu last week, media reported.Terengganu police have said both attacks were unrelated, but the incidents have sparked concern in Malaysia where violence against athletes is rare.
"Did not expect that I would be attacked next near the JDT training centre. We need to be vigilant," the 36-year-old said in an accompanying caption.ABC Sport Daily is your daily sports conversation. We dive into the biggest story of the day and get you up to speed with everything else that’s making headlines.
Football Association of Malaysia president Hamidin Mohd Amin said players should take additional safety measures, such as hiring personal bodyguards.
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