Hannah also highlighted the ministry’s efforts to promote sports among senior citizens, aiming to dispel stereotypes and encourage them to explore new activities for post-retirement health.

"Faisal's contract with the team runs until 2027. As a professional club, it is our responsibility as an employer to take care of our players' welfare, including Faisal's," Shahril said.

Malaysia has secured significant potential investment, including RM6.56bil from Japanese firms during the Prime Minister’s visit to Japan in December.

Menteri Besar Selangor (Incorporated) or MBI’s corporate social responsibility head Ahmad Azri Zainal Nor said the free initiative involves a RM10 million allocation.

“Pemain negara yang dijangka beraksi ialah Lee Zhii Jia dan Aaron Chia bersama Soh Wooi Yik. Bagaimanapun, senarai pemain masih belum diputuskan,” katanya kepada Selangorkini.