2024 Media Headlines in China
During the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification match against Thailand where the opponents were one goal short of qualifying to the next round,
Hassan performed 11 saves. Although Singapore ultimately lost to Thailand 3–1, the result meant that Thailand
did not progress to the next round, and China, the next runner-up in the group, qualified instead.
Hassan's performance during the match impressed many Chinese viewers and received significant
publicity on Chinese social media platforms.
Many Chinese football fans complimented his impressive saves and showed their appreciation
and support by patronising his nasi padang stalls and sending him money
via the QR code displayed for payment at his stalls.
He was also mobbed by fans during a family trip to Shanghai following the game.