THE entire country is geared up for the much anticipated Sea Games football finals between host nation, Malaysia and close rival, Thailand.

The showdown is to take place at the Shah Alam stadium tonight at 8.45pm.

After tickets for the 80,000 capacity stadium sold out within hours of opening, fans are expected to throng nearby mamaks, restaurants and cinemas that telecast the live match.

The Malaysian Insight team spoke to few football fanatics on Malaysia’s chances of dethroning Thailand to capture gold in the event. – August 29, 2017.