Facundo Garcés the key man in Malaysia’s win over Singapore | OneFootball

The former Colón defender, Facundo Garcés, was a starter for the Malaysia national team during the friendly match held at Bukit Jalil Stadium, where they won 2-1 against Singapore in a closely contested game.

The defender from Santa Fe, currently with Alavés in Spain, is part of the Malaysian squad thanks to distant ancestry that allowed his naturalization. Thus, he participated from the start in a process that heavily relies on the inclusion of foreigners.

Garcés, with a Malaysian Accent

The evidence is clear: in the list of call-ups for this commitment, 18 out of the 29 players are of European or South American origin, reflecting Malaysia's strategy to strengthen its national team.

Alongside Garcés, the name of Imanol Machuca, former Unión, also appears, although he was not called up this time as he was involved in the Argentine Super Cup final with Vélez.

Garcés' case caught attention in Santa Fe, where many remember his time as captain at Colón and a controversial departure that is still a topic of debate. Now, his career has opened an unexpected international window, wearing the jersey of an exotic national team and seeking to gain experience on the international stage.

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