Football analyst Datuk Richard Scully asserts that Malaysia needs a defined strategy for the joint 2030 FIFA World Cup and 2032 AFC Asian Cup qualification process. He highlights the current national squad, known as Harimau Malaya, is aging, creating an urgent need to develop younger players. Scully emphasizes the importance of a clear roadmap to ensure continued competitiveness. The analyst believes proactive planning is crucial given the timeframe for the qualifying campaign. Focusing on youth development will be key to sustaining a strong national team in the long term. Malaysia must act now to build a team capable of succeeding in these major tournaments.