Reds wrap up Asia swing with draw

Lucas: In a game where Liverpool monopolised possession Lucas was too slow on the ball, giving Malaysia a chance to set their defence.

The Malaysian XI squad started with five foreigners, and one of them – Liberian worldwide striker Patrick Wleh, who goes by his middle name Ronaldinho – shocked the Reds by putting the hosts ahead in the 13th minute.

The so called ready-made replacement for Raheem Sterling unleashed a pile driver into the roof of the net on the 28 minute, which was enough for Brendan Rodgers and his side to fly back to Europe unbeaten.

“They scored a good goal although it was a disappointment for us”. The club has taken part in a busy pre-season schedule that has seen them travel all over Asia and Australia to face a wide variety of competition. We leave tomorrow with a heavy heart because when you play in front of those supporters, it means so much.

Kuala Lumpur: The Mighty Reds brought the famous Anfield atmosphere to the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil.

Dollah must be relieved with the draw after having faced criticism for the recent poor run of his national team.

Asked about his future and his return from injury, he continued: “I fractured my fibula and damaged two ankle ligaments so it was a tough time”.

The 19-year old made a solo effort after receiving a pass from his teammate before unleasing a shot into the top right corner of the home side’s goal to send nearly 50,000 odds fans into frenzy. “The youngsters learned a lot from this match and all the players gave their 100 percent”.

The last time the Merseysiders played against a Malaysian XI side was back in 2011 when they won the game 6-3, thanks to goals from Charlie Adam, David N’Gog, Maxi Rodriguez and Dirk Kuyt.

Skrtel: The senior player in the backline did not fill his colleagues with confidence.