Astro to produce exclusive docuseries with Kuala Lumpur United Football Club

Astro and Kuala Lumpur United Football Club (KLUFC) today announced a brand-new behind the scenes docuseries following the team through the upcoming 2021 Malaysian Super League season. The series will launch later in the year on Astro for all Astro Customers, with selected content available for KLUFC fans and the public.

The docuseries will take sports fans through a never-before-seen perspective of KLUFC. The cameras will be inside their training facilities, on the pitch and in the dressing room during matchday, with close up access to its players, coaches, and working staff of the club. With new head coach Bojan Hodak, along with new club signings of legendary Malaysian striker Safee Sali, Dominique Da Sylva and Romel Morales, the docuseries will show sports fans the dedication and commitment of KLUFC as they make their return to the top flight.

Lee Choong Khay, Head of Sports, Astro said, ”This first of its kind content partnership with a local team is an exciting one for us as we continue to find new ways to engage with Malaysian sports fans. We want to highlight Malaysia’s athletes and their dedication through this docuseries, giving fans a raw and exclusive experience with KLUFC.

Astro customers will also be delighted to know that they stand a chance to win tickets to watch KLUFC live at local stadiums throughout this partnership. Sports Pack customers can watch KLUFC in action with their pre-season derby against Selangor FC LIVE on 27 Feb, 9PM, while non-Sports Pack can purchase the match pass at RM2.99 (excluding 6% tax) to watch it too.”

Stanley Bernard Stephen Samuel, CEO, KLUFC said, “I’m very thrilled to be part of KLUFC as a former player and now CEO and hope to grow closer to our fans through this partnership with Astro. We are excited to share our unique story and show our emotions and hard work leading up to and at every game.”