Philippines went ahead in the 27th minute after Jefferson Tabinas’ cross from the left took a deflection off Feroz Baharudin and past goalkeeper Ahmad Syihan Hazmi.

Malaysia found themselves back on level pegging two minutes before half-time with Syamer Kutty Abba’s controlled side-foot finish beating Neil Etheridge.

The winner came in the 73rd minute when Safawi Rasid converted from the spot after Arif Aiman had been brought down by Matthew Baldisimo.

In the earlier game played at Bukit Jalil National Stadium, Lebanon defeated Tajikistan 1-0 thanks to a powerful Jihad Ayoub header in the 13th minute from a pinpoint Rabih Ataya corner kick.

Sunday’s action will see Tajikistan play Philippines, followed by Malaysia taking on Lebanon.