FAM-MSN Project

The FAM-MSN Project Squad, also known as the Skuad Projek FAM-NSC, is a developmental football team located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The team functions under the oversight of the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) and the National Sports Council of Malaysia (NSC). It is intended to prioritize the growth and advancement of football in the country, as well as developing national team players. Established in 2020, the team made its first appearance in the 2021 Malaysia Premier League, but as of 2023 it competes in the MFL Cup. Its home base is the UiTM Stadium in the city of Shah Alam.

History

On 10 December 2020, the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) and the National Sports Council (MSN) created the FAM-MSN Project Squad. This collaboration was intended to provide a nurturing platform for emerging football talent and create a clear career path for the products of the National Football Development Program (PPBN) and graduates from the Mokhtar Dahari Academy (AMD) into senior football.

Former national player Yusri Che Lah was appointed to coach the side, which became the 11th team to play in the Premier League, as one of the measures to expose them to competitive football throughout the season.

First season

On 6 March 2021, FAM-MSN Project played their first match against Terengganu II at Sultan Ismail Nasiruddin Shah Stadium, losing 0–4. The team scored their first goal three days later against Kelantan FC, though they ended up losing 1–2. Azhad Harraz scored the team's first and only goal in the 7th minute. Eventually, he became the top scorer for the team in the first season, scoring 8 goals. In the 2021 season, the team scored 12 goals, with goal scorers including Azhad Harraz, Farris Izdiham, Izuddin Muhamad Asri, Ismat Imran, and Safwan Mazlan. They had the first victory after 18 games, winning 1–0 against Kelantan United.

Kit manufacturers and sponsors

The team badge's colors include yellow, black, neon white, medium Persian blue, dark midnight blue, and pigment red. The team's home kit colors are yellow and black. On 1 March 2021, the FAM-MSN Project Squad announced KELME as the official manufacturer for a period of two years. A sponsorship agreement worth RM 500,000 was signed. On 28 February 2023, the FAM-MSN Project Squad announced the brand Puma through Active Sports as the team's official jersey partner for the season. The sponsorship agreement was worth RM 350,000.00 for one year.

Players

Current squad

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

Technical staff

Head coaches

1 The date when the first game was coached.

Records and statistics

List of seasons

As of 2023, the FAM-MSN Project has completed three seasons. In total, they have won 6 out of the 52 matches played. In 2023, they moved from the Premier League to the MFL Cup due to its status as a development team.

Goalscorers

• First goal: Azhad Harraz vs. Kelantan in 2021 Premier League (9 March 2021)
• Most goals in a season: 8 – Azhad Harraz, 2021
• Fastest goal: 1 minute – Harith Najwan vs. PDRM U-23 in 2023 MFL Cup (2 March 2023)

Overall scorers

Current players on the FAM-MSN Project squad are shown in italic.

As of 21 June 2023

Clean sheets

• First clean sheet: Al-Iman Wahiey vs. Perak II in 2021 Premier League (23 April 2021)

Overall clean sheets

Current players on the FAM-MSN Project squad are shown in italic.

As of 21 June 2023

See also

• Malaysia national football team
• Malaysia national under-23 football team
• Harimau Muda A
• Harimau Muda B
• Harimau Muda C
• LionsXII
• Singa Muda Perlis F.C.

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