Indonesia anger over lasers in Malaysia football match
… and I thought Phillies fans were bad when they threw batteries at Darryl Strawberry from the stands…
he Indonesian president has said an official protest will be lodged with the Asean Football Federation about the alleged use of laser beams in an international against Malaysia.
Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono was speaking after fans and players complained about the Suzuki Cup final match.
Indonesia lost 3-0 in the first leg in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday.
Football rivalry represents one of the many spats between Indonesia and Malaysia.
‘Delighted’
Trouble began in Sunday’s match in the second half when the Indonesian team claimed that Malaysian supporters had shone lasers directly into players’ faces, including the captain, at several corner kicks, and the goalkeeper.
The game was halted for eight minutes as Indonesia’s players left the pitch.
When play resumed, Malaysia scored three goals in just under 12 minutes.