The Maldives senior national football team competed against Lebanon in an official FIFA international friendly held at the Stadion im. Dolena Omurzakova in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The coaching staff utilized the neutral-venue fixture to test new tactical systems and evaluate emerging young domestic players under international match conditions. Football Association representatives noted that facing higher-ranked opposition forms a critical step in building squad readiness ahead of regional assignments.
Key Highlights
First-Half Surge: Hassan Chakroun set the pace early for Lebanon, finding the net in the 3rd, 36th, and 42nd minutes to record a first-half hat-trick.
Second-Half Extensions: Lebanon continued to push their lead in the second period through an own goal in the 52nd minute, followed by a late double from Ali Kassas (83', 90+2') to seal the 6–0 final result.
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