FAM and Warner Music Malaysia Forge Historic Partnership: Official Music Partner for Harimau Malaya

The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) and Warner Music Malaysia (WMM) today unveiled an exciting new collaboration, naming WMM as the official music partner for the national football team, Harimau Malaya. This partnership marks a significant intersection between two major cultural forces—football and music—in Malaysia. The partnership was launched during a high-profile ceremony attended by FAM Deputy President, Datuk Wira Mohd Yusoff Mahadi, and WMM Managing Director, Dinesh Ratnam.

The formal signing of the partnership agreement was conducted by FAM Secretary-General, Datuk Noor Azman Hj Rahman, and WMM’s A&R Director, Raqeem Brian. Among the distinguished guests present were ACP (B) Md Dali Wahid and Dr. Siti Faidul Maisarah Abdullah, an Executive Committee Member of FAM.

The first initiative under this collaboration will be the production of an official football anthem for Harimau Malaya, aiming to bolster national pride and inspire the team on the field.

A Vision for Unity Through Football and Music

During the announcement, Datuk Wira Mohd Yusoff Mahadi highlighted the importance of music in elevating the experience of football. “As we all know, music is a crucial element that invigorates the spirit and excitement of football. It also serves as a means to connect generations. I am particularly excited to see the national football anthem created by WMM resonate with Malaysians, especially the youth from diverse backgrounds,” he said.

He further expressed his hopes that this anthem will inspire Harimau Malaya players, motivating them as they represent Malaysia in upcoming matches. “My hope is that this partnership unites two powerful elements—football and music—to create unforgettable experiences for all Harimau Malaya fans,” he added.

A New Frontier for Malaysian Football and Music

Dinesh Ratnam, Managing Director of Warner Music Malaysia, echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the shared passion Malaysians have for both football and music. “Football is a sport beloved by all Malaysians, and we take immense pride in supporting our national team, Harimau Malaya, both on and off the pitch. We at Warner Music Malaysia are extremely proud to be the first official music partner for FAM,” he stated.

He also expressed WMM’s commitment to infusing the sports community with music, creating engaging and memorable experiences for fans. “This collaboration presents a great opportunity to introduce music to the sports community, and bring an engaging musical experience to sports fans. We hope this collaboration will enhance the spirit of sportsmanship among Malaysians,” Ratnam added.

Elevating the Harimau Malaya Experience

This partnership promises to infuse the passion and energy of football with the emotional and unifying power of music, providing Harimau Malaya supporters with an enhanced matchday experience. With the production of the new football anthem underway, fans across the nation can look forward to a fresh, unique soundtrack that captures the pride, determination, and spirit of Malaysian football.

This collaboration signifies a bold new step for both FAM and WMM, blending two vital elements of Malaysian culture and showcasing the power of music in sports. As Harimau Malaya prepares for upcoming matches, the anthem promises to resonate with fans and players alike, offering a new form of support for Malaysia’s beloved national football team.

The future looks bright for this groundbreaking partnership, with endless possibilities for more crossovers between sports and music that could further energize and unite Malaysians.