Phnom Penh: Cambodia Airways Football Team has been crowned champions of the 3rd Malaysian Ambassador’s Football Shield 2026. ASIA EURO UNIVERSITY Football Team came in second place after the team defeated ASIA EURO UNIVERSITY Football Team 2-2 on penalties in the semi-finals.
On the occasion of the closing ceremony and awarding of trophies to the football team on July 12, 2026, of the 2nd Malaysian Ambassador’s Football Shield 2026, held at Chea Sim High School, Chroy Changvar, with the participation of Mr. Shaharuddin Bin Onn, Ambassador of Malaysia to Cambodia and representatives of 24 teams.
Mr. Shaharuddin Bin Onn said he was very pleased with the overwhelming support from the teams, sponsors and fans for the 2nd Malaysian Ambassador’s Football Shield 2026. We are very encouraged by the response. The team, sponsors and fans have all been amazing. Everything has been well organised and we hope this support continues.
The Ambassador said that the tournament reflects the strong relationship between Malaysia and Cambodia, not only through diplomacy but also through the involvement of businesses and communities. A unique corporate football tournament brings Malaysian and Cambodian companies together on the same pitch, adding that it could be the first event of its kind in the Kingdom.
He stated that as we start in 2024, we hope that the tournament will be a success. The warm reception in the first year continued in 2025 and now in 2026. It shows that our companies and friends in Malaysia see the value of this tournament. The success of this year’s event has given the organisers the confidence to make the tournament even bigger in the future.
He expressed his sincere thanks to all the participating teams for their continued support for Football Shield 2026 and also greatly appreciated the participation of team representatives, captains and managers for today’s event. He acknowledged that football, a sport enjoyed by all cultures and backgrounds, provides a meaningful platform to bring communities together and build friendships. This reflects the growing enthusiasm and support from the Malaysian and Cambodian communities, including our many esteemed partners from the private sector, civil society and government institutions.
By: Lee Philip
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