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In this special end-of-season awards episode, we hand out our biggest honours while revisiting the moments, performances and stories that defined the campaign. From dominant champions and breakout talents to unexpected disappointments and inspiring overachievers, no topic is off limits. We also look ahead to 2026/27 and discuss the one thing we most want to see change in Malaysian football next season. A celebration of the season's greatest achievements and a debate that is guaranteed to divide opinions!

In this episode of the Malaysian Football Pod, Keesh, Chun Hang, and Aiman Sekaiichi review the first leg of the Shopee Cup Final. A lone strike from Suphanat Mueanta gave Buriram a narrow advantage over Selangor heading into the second leg. The trio also breaks down the key moments of the match, analyses what went wrong for Selangor and discusses what they must do to turn things around in the return leg.

In this episode of the Malaysian Football Pod, Keesh, Chun Hang, and Aiman Sekaiichi reviews the 2nd leg of the Shopee Cup semi-finals. Chrigor's heroics was enough to set up a final clash for Selangor against Buriram United. The Brazilian scored four goals in the two-legged semi-final tie against Nam Dinh FC. Kingsley Schindler's extra time goal helped Buriram United beat JDT 4-3 on aggregate. The Malaysian Football Pod trio disects the key moments of both semis, the importance of the final for Selangor, Neil Etheridge & more!

In this episode of The Malaysian Football Pod, Keesh, Chun Hang, and Aiman Sekaiichi break down the first‑leg Shopee Cup Semi‑Final clashes featuring Malaysian clubs. The dream of an all‑Malaysian final is put on hold after contrasting results. Selangor edged Nam Dinh 2–1, thanks to another standout performance from the red‑hot Chrigor Moraes, keeping hopes alive heading into the second leg next Wednesday. Meanwhile, Johor Darul Ta’zim suffered a 3–1 defeat to Buriram United, leaving plenty of questions to answer. The panel discusses: Key match players from both fixtures How Chrigor Moraes continues to fuel Selangor’s belief What went wrong for JDT in Thailand What both Malaysian sides must do in the second leg All that and more in this in‑depth semi‑final review

In this episode of The Malaysian Football Pod, Keesh, Chun Hang, and Aiman Sekaiichi break down the latest action across Southeast Asian football. Borneo Derby Drama: DPMM FC’s draw with Kuching City FC shakes up the race for second place in Asia, proving once again that Brunei’s home ground is never to be underestimated. Terengganu’s Frontline Threat: A dangerous attacking partnership that could spell trouble for Kuching City FC in the weeks ahead. Shopee Cup Semi-Final Preview: Selangor chase glory against Nam Dinh, while JDT’s clash with Buriram promises to be a tasty tie filled with intensity and high stakes.

Keesh “Mat Stats”, Aiman Sekaiichi, and Chun Hang feature in today’s episode of The Malaysian Football Pod, where the panel discusses Johor Darul Ta’zim’s (JDT) performance against the defending AFC Champions League Elite champions, Al Hilal The conversation then shifts to the Malaysia Cup Semi Final second leg between Selangor FC and Kuching City FC, a dramatic encounter that saw Selangor reduced to nine men after two red cards, allowing Kuching City to progress to the Malaysia Cup final. Once again, refereeing decisions involving Selangor dominate the conversation, raising renewed questions about consistency, discipline, and officiating standards in Malaysian football.

In this episode of The Malaysian Football Pod, Keesh, Chun Hang, and Aiman break down Selangor’s 1–1 draw against Sabah, diving into the controversial refereeing decisions that dominated the closing stages of the match. Do Selangor fans have a legitimate case that key calls went against them? The panel also takes a closer look at Kuching City, who continue to prove why they boast the league’s second‑best defence even while missing key players and why they are fast becoming a team to be reckoned with. Finally, all eyes turn to Malaysia’s sole representative on Asia’s biggest club stage as Johor Darul Ta’zim prepare to face defending champions Al Ahli (Saudi Arabia) in the AFC Champions League Elite (ACLE). What can we expect from the Southern Tigers and Xisco Muñoz’s men on the continental stage?

In this episode of The Malaysian Football Pod, Keesh, Chun Hang, and Aiman dive deep into the Malaysia Cup semi‑final drama. The trio break down Kuala Lumpur City FC’s heavy defeat to Johor Darul Ta’zim over two legs, including the surprising decision to drop captain Giancarlo Gallifuoco for the first leg and why head coach Risto Vidaković’s pre‑second‑leg comments felt like an early concession. The conversation then shifts to the other semi‑final, as Selangor FC and Kuching City FC played out a far more compelling first leg. With the tie finely balanced, the hosts discuss why it stood out and what fans can expect heading into the all‑important second leg.

🎙️ Episode Review: Vietnam 3-1 Malaysia – AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers In this episode of The Malaysian Football Pod, Keesh, Chun Hang, and Aiman break down Malaysia’s final AFC Asian Cup Qualifier against Vietnam, which ended in a 1–3 defeat in Nam Dinh. With Malaysia’s qualification fate already sealed following the AFC’s disciplinary punishment, expectations were still high for a spirited performance. Instead, familiar issues once again came to the surface — poor defensive organisation, costly individual errors, and a visible lack of desire and intensity throughout the match. Attention also turns to player selection, as questions are raised about: Why players with limited club minutes continue to be called up Whether more deserving, in‑form players are being overlooked If current selections truly reflect merit and performance Finally, the discussion looks ahead: What’s next for Harimau Malaya? What needs to change tactically, mentally, and structurally if Malaysia are to move forward? 🎧 Tune in for an honest, no‑holds‑barred review of a disappointing night and a deeper conversation about the future of Malaysian football.

The Malaysian Football Pod — Malaysia’s Final AFC Qualifier Squad Breakdown In this episode of The Malaysian Football Pod, Keesh, Chun Hang, and Aiman dive deep into Peter Cklamovski’s latest Harimau Malaya call-up list ahead of Malaysia’s decisive AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Vietnam. With several notable names missing, the trio unpack the big questions: Why were certain key players left out? What does Cklamovski’s selection tell us about his tactical intentions And most importantly, what can Malaysians realistically expect against Vietnam? From form analysis to tactical predictions, this episode offers an honest, insightful, and passionate look at Malaysia’s chances as they prepare for one of their toughest regional rivals. Whether you’re a die-hard Harimau Malaya supporter or a casual football fan, this breakdown will get you ready for matchday.

In this episode of The Malaysian Football Pod, Keesh, Chun Hang, and Aiman break down a turbulent week for Malaysian football. The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has handed the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) two 0–3 forfeit defeats in the 2027 Asian Cup Qualifiers, alongside a USD 50,000 fine, after the national team fielded ineligible naturalised players. The overturned results against Nepal and Vietnam were enforced under Article 25.1, ruling Malaysia as having lost both matches 0–3. With these sanctions, Malaysia’s road to the 2027 Asian Cup is officially over. While AFC’s ruling has hit the national team hard, the trio also discuss the contrasting situation in the Malaysian Football League (MFL), where players with Malaysian ICs are still being allowed to compete raising deeper questions about regulation, consistency, and governance. The episode also shines a light on Selangor’s promising rise under Kim Pan-gon, including their gritty win in the Klang Valley Derby as they push for Asian competition qualification. Meanwhile, Kuching City finds itself in controversy again following allegations that an unregistered player was brought onto the pitch sparking fresh concerns about administrative oversight across the league.

In this episode of The Malaysian Football Pod, Keesh, Chun Hang, and Aiman break down one of the most controversial developments in Malaysian football in recent years; the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) ruling on Malaysia fielding ineligible players. After FIFA found that several naturalised players had used falsified documentation to prove Malaysian heritage, the case escalated to CAS as the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) and the players attempted to appeal their punishments. With fines issued, player bans enforced, and match results overturned, the ruling has sent shockwaves across the Malaysian football landscape. The trio unpack the full timeline of the scandal, from the initial investigation into the heritage player programme to FIFA’s decision to sanction seven players and fine FAM. They discuss what CAS ultimately decided, why the bans were partially upheld, and what this means for the affected players moving forward. More importantly, the conversation dives into the governance questions surrounding the verification process, the risks of aggressively recruiting heritage players, and how this situation has impacted Malaysia’s reputation in regional football. Aiman leads the deeper analysis in a passionate discussion about the long-term implications for Malaysian football, while Keesh and Chun Hang weigh in on accountability, structural reform, and what FAM must do next to rebuild trust. Is this a necessary wake-up call for the national team setup, or a damaging setback for Malaysian football’s ambitions? All that and more in this important episode of The Malaysian Football Pod.

Malaysian football exploded into life this week in the Piala Malaysia. Selangor sent a statement to the rest of the competition, demolishing Negeri Sembilan 5–1 in a ruthless display of attacking firepower. Clinical in front of goal, relentless in transition. Is this finally the year the Red Giants turn dominance into silverware? Over in Kuching, it was a night to remember. The Cats are through to the semi-finals, and all eyes were on debutant Gabriel Palmeiro, who marked his first appearance with a goal. Instant impact. New hero, or just the beginning of something bigger in Sarawak? And then there’s KL City. Beating Terengganu to march into the next round. Solid, professional, efficient. But with internal questions swirling and pressure mounting off the pitch, are they quietly building momentum, or holding it together just enough before the storm hits? Big wins. Breakout debuts. Heavy expectations. The Piala Malaysia is heating up. Who’s peaking at the right time, and who’s hiding cracks beneath the surface? Join Keesh, Aiman and Chun Hang in this quickfire episode of The Malaysian Football Podcast.

We're back again this time around in Trigo Hotel in downtown Kuala Lumpur bringing you guys coverage on Malaysian Football for the past week. JDT's hopes of reaching the ACL Elite round of 16 took a blow on Tuesday after a 2-1 loss to Sanfrecce Hiroshima, debate across all platforms arise as Jonathan Silva was shown an early red card in the 15th minutes, however fingers are pointed at a bigger question in the goalkeeping department. Selangor's draw against BG Pathum sent them through to the semi-finals as the runner-up in group A, but without the presence of Alvin Fortes who got red carded in the game , how will Selangor fare against Nam Dinh later on? Negeri Sembilan's a team with a single goal in 2026, still awaits it's striker to start banging goals, with options available in the bench, the question lingers whether the promises shown early in the season will start to bear its fruit? Join Keesh, Aiman and Chun Hang in this episode of The Malaysian Football Podcast, where we cherish, debate and discuss these topics in full spectrum. Special shoutout to Trigo Hotel!

As Keesh will be sidelined until further notice, our producer stepped in to be the host and it's a good one! We discuss the two week worth of football content including the first leg, second leg, and the prospect of Challenge Cup. From Selangor's convincing win in MBPJ, a resilience comeback from KL City and Penang FC forced to accept defeat against Kuching City, it's an episode full of twist! Join Jimmy, Chun Hang and Aiman Sekaiichi in this episode of the Malaysian Football Podcast!