![Duncan to oversee Harimau Malaya's physical, recovery and tactical readiness - FAM Duncan to oversee Harimau Malaya's physical, recovery and tactical readiness - FAM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41735812408_tbFAM.jpg)
Duncan to oversee Harimau Malaya's physical, recovery and tactical readiness - FAM
The restructuring of Harimau Malaya, the national football team, continued to gain momentum as the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) appointed another foreign sports expert.
Fri Jan 03 2025
![Give Rob Friend a chance to prove himself with Harimau Malaya - Effendi Give Rob Friend a chance to prove himself with Harimau Malaya - Effendi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41735720751_RobertDouglasFrien.jpg)
Give Rob Friend a chance to prove himself with Harimau Malaya - Effendi
Local football fans have been urged to give former Canadian national player Robert Douglas Friend the opportunity to prove his credibility as the CEO of the Harimau Malaya squad
Wed Jan 01 2025
![Ex-Canadian player, Rob Friend, announced as national team CEO Ex-Canadian player, Rob Friend, announced as national team CEO](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/51735617039_RobertDouglasFrien.jpg)
Ex-Canadian player, Rob Friend, announced as national team CEO
Rob Friend, who is described as the main leader in the new organisational structure for the Harimau Malaya squad, will officially begin his duties at Wisma FAM in Kelana Jaya, next month.
Tue Dec 31 2024
![Harimau Malaya sink Lebanon to win Merdeka Tournament Harimau Malaya sink Lebanon to win Merdeka Tournament](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/41725846086_harimaumalaya.jpg)
Harimau Malaya sink Lebanon to win Merdeka Tournament
The Merdeka Tournament, the oldest football competition in Asia, was introduced on Aug 31, 1957.
Mon Sep 09 2024
![RM15 mln allocated to turn Harimau Malaya into Asian tigers RM15 mln allocated to turn Harimau Malaya into Asian tigers](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/81725331225_tbAnwarIbrahim.jpg)
RM15 mln allocated to turn Harimau Malaya into Asian tigers
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said RM10 million will be allocated by the govt via MOF, while RM5 million is a commitment from the private sector.
Tue Sep 03 2024
![FAM: Harimau Malaya to test prowess against New Zealand FAM: Harimau Malaya to test prowess against New Zealand](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/71725005263_tbFootballAssociati.jpg)
FAM: Harimau Malaya to test prowess against New Zealand
Harimau Malaya will face New Zealand in a tier 1 international match at North Harbour Stadium, Auckland on October 14.
Fri Aug 30 2024
![Malaysia now ranked 134th in the world Malaysia now ranked 134th in the world](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51717734076_HarimauMalaya.jpg)
Malaysia now ranked 134th in the world
Based on the latest FIFA world ranking the Harimau Malaya squad accumulated 1,107.58 points to move up from the 135th position.
Thu Jul 18 2024
![Pan Gon resigns over personal commitments Pan Gon resigns over personal commitments](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81721124936_KimPanGon.jpg)
Pan Gon resigns over personal commitments
Kim Pan Gon said he had decided to retire early, even though his contract with FAM was until December 2025.
Tue Jul 16 2024
![Pan Gon to announce resignation today? Pan Gon to announce resignation today?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/61712722817_pangon.jpg)
Pan Gon to announce resignation today?
Speculation is mounting over the departure of national football squad head coach Kim Pan Gon today.
Tue Jul 16 2024
![Harimau Malaya climb three rungs in FIFA rankings, Thailand in Top 100 Harimau Malaya climb three rungs in FIFA rankings, Thailand in Top 100](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81718882833_HarimauMalaya.jpg)
Harimau Malaya climb three rungs in FIFA rankings, Thailand in Top 100
Harimau Malaya climbed three spots in the latest FIFA rankings, now placed 135th in the world.
Thu Jun 20 2024
![Faisal Halim considered quitting football after acid attack Faisal Halim considered quitting football after acid attack](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41718267634_TBFAISAL.jpg)
Faisal Halim considered quitting football after acid attack
Selangor FC key player Faisal Halim said he would focus on his recovery before attempting a return to football.
Thu Jun 13 2024
![Pan Gon wants to stay despite setback in World Cup Qualifier Pan Gon wants to stay despite setback in World Cup Qualifier](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/61718169354_TBKimPanGon.jpg)
Pan Gon wants to stay despite setback in World Cup Qualifier
National team head coach Kim Pan Gon voiced his desire to continue guiding Malaysia although the Harimau Malaya missed the chance to qualify for the third round of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers.
Wed Jun 12 2024
![Malaysia Airlines announced as main sponsor of Harimau Malaya, FAM Malaysia Airlines announced as main sponsor of Harimau Malaya, FAM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/71717055666_FAM.jpg)
Malaysia Airlines announced as main sponsor of Harimau Malaya, FAM
FAM announced this through a statement but did not disclose the value of the sponsorship, with both parties having collaborated since 2019.
Thu May 30 2024
![Faisal Halim showing progress, still needs close monitoring - Adam Adli Faisal Halim showing progress, still needs close monitoring - Adam Adli](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81715743403_AdamAdli.jpg)
Faisal Halim showing progress, still needs close monitoring - Adam Adli
Adam Adli Abdul Halim said the treatment process for Mohamad Faisal will be lengthy, although he is currently showing positive progress.
Wed May 15 2024
![Manchester United with Faisal Halim as players show solidarity Manchester United with Faisal Halim as players show solidarity](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41715401681_TBManchesterUnited.jpg)
Manchester United with Faisal Halim as players show solidarity
Injured Harimau Malaya star Mohamad Faisal Abdul Halim has received widespread attention including international footballers.
Sat May 11 2024
![Trump signs executive order on plastic drinking straws Trump signs executive order on plastic drinking straws](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739266116_Plasticstraws.jpg)
Trump signs executive order on plastic drinking straws
Donald Trump encourages the US government and consumers to buy plastic drinking straws.
Tue Feb 11 2025
![This is a story about a doctor cum politician, who chose to stay This is a story about a doctor cum politician, who chose to stay](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739265593_TBStevenSim.jpg)
This is a story about a doctor cum politician, who chose to stay
Steven Sim explores the life story of a man who started fresh in Malaya and found himself part of the country's evolving identity.
Tue Feb 11 2025
![Ceasefire is only way to bring Israeli prisoners home, Hamas official says Ceasefire is only way to bring Israeli prisoners home, Hamas official says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/81733827541_TBHAMASPOSTER.jpg)
Ceasefire is only way to bring Israeli prisoners home, Hamas official says
Trump must remember that there is an agreement that must be respected by both parties, a senior Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri says.
Tue Feb 11 2025
![Cops nab man in connection with Kluang shooting incident Cops nab man in connection with Kluang shooting incident](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739252483_ACPBahrinMohdNoh.jpg)
Cops nab man in connection with Kluang shooting incident
The man arrested on suspicion of being involved in randomly firing several shots in front of a house in Simpang Renggam.
Tue Feb 11 2025
![Philippines kicks off election campaigning amid high-stakes political drama Philippines kicks off election campaigning amid high-stakes political drama](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/81737926503_Philippinefilipina.jpg)
Philippines kicks off election campaigning amid high-stakes political drama
The election for upper house will feature allies of Marcos and Duterte and will effectively decide half of the jurors in that Senate trial.
Tue Feb 11 2025
![[OPINION] Educating families for a better dementia quality of life [OPINION] Educating families for a better dementia quality of life](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/81663645476_demensia.jpg)
[OPINION] Educating families for a better dementia quality of life
Studies suggest social support plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for dementia patients.
Tue Feb 11 2025
![OpenAI CEO says board will reject Musk's $97 billion offer, the Information reports OpenAI CEO says board will reject Musk's $97 billion offer, the Information reports](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41739236340_SamAltman.jpg)
OpenAI CEO says board will reject Musk's $97 billion offer, the Information reports
Sam Altman says the company's board of directors intends to make clear it has no interest in Elon Musk's "supposed bid".
Tue Feb 11 2025
![US woman sues Tate brothers, accuses them of luring her into sex work US woman sues Tate brothers, accuses them of luring her into sex work](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61739249913_TBANDREWTATE.jpg)
US woman sues Tate brothers, accuses them of luring her into sex work
The suit by the woman alleged that the brothers attempted to "bully and harass" her through the defamation case.
Tue Feb 11 2025
![Trump raises tariffs on aluminum, steel imports in latest trade war salvo Trump raises tariffs on aluminum, steel imports in latest trade war salvo](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41739245869_Rolledsteel.jpg)
Trump raises tariffs on aluminum, steel imports in latest trade war salvo
US President Donald Trump raises US aluminum tariffs to 25 pct, up from 10 pct, removing country exceptions and quota deals.
Tue Feb 11 2025
![Arab states reject Trump plan for Gaza, Egypt foreign minister tells Rubio Arab states reject Trump plan for Gaza, Egypt foreign minister tells Rubio](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41739246120_MarcoRubio.jpg)
Arab states reject Trump plan for Gaza, Egypt foreign minister tells Rubio
Egyptian Foreign Minister stresses the importance of expediting Gaza's reconstruction while Palestinians remained there.
Tue Feb 11 2025