KUALA LUMPUR: Former national coach Allan Harris, who spent over three years coaching Malaysia, died on Thursday. FAM issued a statement today, extending their condolences to former Chelsea defender Harris' family. "The Football Association of Malaysia extends its condolences and appreciation to Allan Harris, 74, who passed away on Thursday for his services and contribution during his tenure as national head coach from 2000 to 2004," said FAM general secretary Datuk Hamidin Amin. Harris also guided Malaysia in qualifying campaigns for the the 2002 World Cup and 2004 Asian Cup without success while finishing bottom of the four-team Merdeka Tournament in 2001. In all, Harris was in charge of 31 international matches between February 2001 and June 2004, winning seven and losing 16 with eight draws.

Source: New Strait Times November 25, 2017 09:33 UTC