The Malaysian Football Pod - SYOK Podcast [ENG]

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:

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.

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.

🎙️ 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:

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:

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.