Malaysia discovered their opening opponents in next month's Suzuki Cup when Cambodia came through the AFF qualification tournament on home soil last week.
The Cambodians, who will appear in the Southeast Asian tournament for the first time since 2008, will face Malaysia in the Group B opener in Yangon on Nov. 20.
Here are five reasons why the Angkor Warriors should not be underestimated:
1. Ready to make impact on big stage
After an eight-year absence, Cambodia will be raring to go when the Suzuki Cup gets underway.
Their previous exploits at the tournament have seen the Cambodians notch just two wins in 19 matches.
But these are different times, and the gap between the region's traditional heavyweights and those regarded as the lesser lights, has significantly narrowed.
In the previous edition back in 2014, Myanmar and Laos -- they both had to progress through qualifying -- were hardly embarrassed.
Myanmar, in particular, gave a good account of themselves as they held Malaysia to a 0-0 draw in their opening game before losing by only two goals to four-time champions Singapore and Thailand.
2. A vastly-improved outfit
The past year or so has seen Cambodia encounter some of the most difficult matches they have faced in recent times.
Most of these came in the joint World Cup and Asian Cup qualifiers and, granted, they were on the receiving end of two emphatic 6-0 defeats at the hands of Syria.
However, they put on a better performance against Asian giants Japan, who netted a total of 27 goals in Group E. They lost 3-0 in Saitama before holding the Samurai Blue to just two goals in the return encounter in Phnom Penh.
The benefits of coming up against such quality opposition were reflected in a friendly victory over Singapore in July, followed by the dominant form they showed throughout the AFF qualifiers.
3. A wily South Korean at the helm
In Lee Tae-hoon, they have a coach who has been involved with Cambodian football for six years now.
The 55-year-old initially took over at the helm of the national team in 2010 before leaving two years later and returning in September 2013.
Under Lee's stewardship, the Cambodians have been able to introduce the work rate and determination synonymous with South Korean football.
While fatigue used to be a common theme amongst Southeast Asia's less established sides, one of their strengths is now their ability to keep going up until the final minute.
Lee's preference for a three-man defence, with attack-minded wing-backs, is also a system not often seen in the region. It will give the coaches of Vietnam, Malaysia and Myanmar plenty to think about.
4. Genuine firepower in the ranks
A list of famous Cambodian footballers from years past would include legendary striker Hok Sochetra, and few more.
The current crop, however, is promising to deliver the Angkor Warriors with their fair share of bright prospects who could go on the become stars of Southeast Asia.
The name on every Cambodian's lips is Chan Vathanaka, who has blossomed since first gaining prominence when he scored four goals in a single match in the now-defunct AFC President's Cup in 2013.
Blessed with plenty of skill and a deadly shot, the Boeung Ket Angkor forward put in a match-winning display in Friday's win over Timor-Leste, although he is far from the only star in the side.
With three goals to his name in the qualifiers, playmaker Prak Mony Udom is another who could give opposition defences a real headache.
And there's a different threat coming from Keo Sokpheng, Chhin Chhoeun and Samoeun Pidor, who offer plenty of penetration down the flanks.
In the engine room, the bite and drive are provided by Tith Dina, Chrerng Polroth and Thierry Chantha Bin, while Sok Sovan, Soeuy Visal and Nub Tola have formed a solid unit in the heart of defence.
Even in goal, Lee looks to have settled on Um Sereyroth, who even captained the side during qualification after wresting the No. 1 spot from previous incumbent Sou Yaty.
5. A fanatical faithful
It remains to be seen how many Cambodians fans will be travelling for the group stages. But, given the fanatical support they almost always show the national team, it should not be a surprise if a large contingent turn up in Myanmar.
And while not many are giving them a chance to reach the knockout round, a semifinal in Cambodia could deliver quite the spectacle.
Malaysian, Indonesian and Myanmar fans often get credit for being the most passionate supporters in the region, but the Cambodians now come close to giving them a run for their money.
It is not uncommon to see the national team play in front of tens of thousands even in friendly matches, with the turnout for the AFC World Cup qualifier against Singapore in 2015 filling up the Olympic Stadium's 63,000 capacity.
Even a relatively small turnout in Myanmar should still provide the Angkor Warriors with plenty of impetus, considering the way their faithful sing and cheer throughout the 90 minutes.