'Mickey wants nasi kandar': National footballer out of ICU

Source: The Star

PETALING JAYA: National footballer Faisal Halim is now in stable condition after undergoing three surgeries on May 9.

The Selangor FC (SFC) star, affectionately known as Mickey among fans, has shown positive progress and has developed an appetite, expressing a craving for nasi kandar.

According to Majoriti, SFC technical committee chairman Datuk Seri Shahril Mokhtar said Faisal has since been transferred out of the intensive care unit (ICU) and to a general ward.

"However, any visitations are still not permitted at this time," he said in a video shared by Astro Arena on Twitter on Tuesday (May 14).

In the video, Shahril informed that he has been in constant communication with Faisal through voice notes.

"I received a voice message from Faisal. Every day, I can hear his voice getting stronger. In terms of his appetite, he also mentioned that he has been wanting to eat nasi kandar. So I see it as a positive thing," he said.

Previously, Faisal had also shown positive development after undergoing a skin allograft treatment, which appears suitable without any bacterial infections affecting the player. Selangor FC chief sports medic Dr Muhammad Hazwan Khair had earlier explained that the treatment from Belgium, valued at RM30,000, is expected to aid in the speedy recovery of the national winger.

Skin allografts are considered the highest standard for treating burn wounds in patients with insufficient skin to cover the burn injuries on their bodies.

On May 5, Faisal was the victim of an acid attack at a shopping centre in the Klang Valley.

Following the incident, Faisal sustained injuries to his body, hands, and face due to the acid spill, and his clothing appeared to have melted from the effect of the hazardous substance.