MALAYSIA will be the be big winners in Sunday's League Cup final between Malaysian-owned Cardiff City and Liverpool at the Wembley Stadium.
Many have picked Liverpool as favourites to win the League Cup for a record eighth time but for the Bluebirds it is a whole new experience to be on the world stage.
Malaysia has a special interest in the club since two well known businessmen - Tan Sri Vincent Tan and Datuk Chan Tien Ghee bought over the ailing club. They not only saved the club but also Welsh pride.
The Jalur Gemilang has a special place in Cardiff City and it will fly with pride at Wembley.
Malaysia has a special interest in the club since two well known businessmen - Tan Sri Vincent Tan and Datuk Chan Tien Ghee bought over the ailing club. They not only saved the club but also Welsh pride.
The Jalur Gemilang has a special place in Cardiff City and it will fly with pride at Wembley.
"We are very proud to have the privilege of playing in the League Cup final. We are also very humbled to be on the world stage... the whole experience is gradually sinking in as the day gets closer," said Chan.
"Three or four months ago I would not have thought we will be here. Liverpool will have to take note of us. We have got every chance of beating the Reds.
"Many would have thought it will be a battle of the peers... but here we are. Because we are playing Liverpool we are getting more exposure. It is a privilege and it will take us up in terms of profile."
Chan couldn't hide his pride and the glow and smile on his face spoke of this when he talked about Malaysia's involvement in the League Cup.
"The country (Malaysia) is emblazoned on the front of the jersey. It is a fantastic way to promote Malaysia. And we will not be short of support in the stands either.
"Cardiff City were allocated 31,000 tickets for the final and all have been sold out. Malaysians staying in Britain, either working or studying there have thrown their support behind the club.
"Malaysia will be well promoted at Wembley. Not forgetting the Welsh people who are strong supporters of the club. Malaysia has become a household name in Wales and it has a special place in the hearts of the Welsh people," added Chan.
In all aspects it is a daunting task for Cardiff City against a mega team like Liverpool but with a place in the Europa league at stake, the young Bluebirds will pull no punches after having reached this stage of the tournament.
Under a brilliant young manager in Malky Mackay, Cardiff have more to offer -- a tough club that are set to go places.
"Three or four months ago I would not have thought we will be here. Liverpool will have to take note of us. We have got every chance of beating the Reds.
"Many would have thought it will be a battle of the peers... but here we are. Because we are playing Liverpool we are getting more exposure. It is a privilege and it will take us up in terms of profile."
Chan couldn't hide his pride and the glow and smile on his face spoke of this when he talked about Malaysia's involvement in the League Cup.
"The country (Malaysia) is emblazoned on the front of the jersey. It is a fantastic way to promote Malaysia. And we will not be short of support in the stands either.
"Cardiff City were allocated 31,000 tickets for the final and all have been sold out. Malaysians staying in Britain, either working or studying there have thrown their support behind the club.
"Malaysia will be well promoted at Wembley. Not forgetting the Welsh people who are strong supporters of the club. Malaysia has become a household name in Wales and it has a special place in the hearts of the Welsh people," added Chan.
In all aspects it is a daunting task for Cardiff City against a mega team like Liverpool but with a place in the Europa league at stake, the young Bluebirds will pull no punches after having reached this stage of the tournament.
Under a brilliant young manager in Malky Mackay, Cardiff have more to offer -- a tough club that are set to go places.
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