The 2024 Merdeka Tournament (Malay: Pestabola Merdeka 2024) was the 43rd edition of the tournament organized by Football Association of Malaysia (FAM). The tournament took place on September 4–8, 2024 featuring four participants.[1]
The host nation, Malaysia emerged champion for the record 13th time after defeating Lebanon 1-0 in the final. Defending champions Tajikistan, were defeated by Lebanon in the semi-finals.[2] Tajikistan however managed to salvage a podium finish by winning the third place match against the Philippines via a penalty shootout after regulation time.[3]
