Former Nepal national football team coach Gyotuku Koji, now at the helm of the Cambodia national team, led his side to a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Malaysia in the Mitsubishi Electric Cup on Monday night. The match, held at the National Stadium in Phnom Penh, saw both teams exchange goals in an entertaining encounter.

Koji, who took over the Cambodian national team after his stint with Nepal, has already made a noticeable impact with the team, and this draw against Malaysia marked a significant step in their campaign. Cambodia fought back after Malaysia initially took the lead, showing resilience and tactical discipline under the Japanese coach.

Meanwhile, in another fixture, Vietnam put on a dominating performance, thrashing Timor Leste 10-0 in what was one of the biggest victories of the tournament so far. The Vietnamese side showcased their attacking prowess, with several players contributing to the massive scoreline.

In a related development, Nepal, currently preparing for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers, has been placed in a challenging group alongside Malaysia, Vietnam, and Laos. With the group stage qualifiers set to begin soon, the performances of teams like Cambodia, Malaysia, and Vietnam provide valuable insight into the level of competition Nepal will face in their upcoming campaigns.