Manchester United will open their high-profile summer tour of Asia against a Malaysian Select XI in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday, July 18.

United’s whistle-stop visit – they will arrive on July 17 and leave immediately after the game – should at least be some compensation for having to cancel a trip to the country two years ago due to arguments over their presence during the AFC Asian Cup.

The Red Devils have specifically asked for an earlier 5.30pm kick-off to allow more supporters to get to the 90,000-capacity Bukit Jalil, where the Commonwealth Games were held seven years ago. It will be United’s fourth visit to Malaysia.

Earlier this week, United confirmed they will close their four-match trip in Hangzhou in China. They are also set to play matches in Jakarta and Seoul, where they received such a rapturous welcome two years ago.

I just can’t wait Manutd to come. The first time I watch them play was on 1996 when Manutd played two times against Selangor Selection and Manutd won 2-0. It is also the first time I declared myself as Manutd fan!

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