Football World Cup Matches Dominate Interest: Massive surge in searches for France vs Iraq and Argentina vs Austria World Cup matches in 2026.
Archived Pulse in Malaysia
Country pulse digest
Monday, June 22, 2026
Archived Pulse in Malaysia
In Malaysia, strong interest centers on the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, especially France vs Iraq and Argentina vs Austria, with many seeking predictions and live updates. Political topics such as local governance and coalition tensions also attract attention.
Active topics
21
Search volume
59.7K
Leading topic
Sports
Attention mix
What the country is searching
21
Sports62% (13)
Money14% (3)
Politics14% (3)
World5% (1)
Life5% (1)
Why people are curious
People in Malaysia are primarily following major international sports events such as the FIFA World Cup 2026, seeking detailed real-time information, predictions, and betting insights to stay engaged with football's global excitement. Concurrently, there is explanatory intent behind searches about domestic political figures and coalition developments, reflecting a desire to understand governance changes and political strategies. Additionally, informational intent drives searches on economic policies like the diesel subsidy system and airline news, as individuals attempt to grasp how these impact their finances and mobility.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
Political and Regional Football Interest: Malaysians increasingly curious about Iran's football team and local political developments regarding Hannah Yeoh and Perikatan Nasional coalition.
Economic Policies and Airline Industry News: Growing inquiries about Malaysia's BUDI diesel subsidy and Singapore Airlines amid economic and operational news.
Ranked searches
What people are curious about in Malaysia
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
SportsDeclining
argentina vs austria prediction
Interest is high in the Argentina vs Austria World Cup match, particularly around Lionel Messi's achievements and match predictions.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 19 days ago
argentinalionel messiargentina vs
02
SportsDeclining
france vs iraq
People are searching for information on the France vs Iraq match in the 2026 World Cup, including predictions, odds, and viewing options.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 19 days ago
france vs iraq predictionfrance vs
03
SportsDeclining
norway vs senegal
Search activity centers on the Norway vs Senegal World Cup match with a focus on predictions, player picks, and betting odds.
2K+ searches · 400% growthLast seen 19 days ago
norway vs senegal predictionhaaland
04
SportsDeclining
pasukan bola sepak kebangsaan iran
People in Malaysia are increasingly searching for information about Iran's national football team.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 19 days ago
05
SportsDeclining
阿根廷 - 奥地利
There is a surge in Malaysian searches related to the football match between Argentina and Austria, featuring players like Lionel Messi.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 19 days ago
阿根廷 对阵 奥地利梅西阿根廷
06
MoneyDeclining
budi diesel
Malaysians are seeking information about the BUDI diesel subsidy system and related fuel quota policies starting from July 2026.
2K+ searches · 800% growthLast seen 19 days ago
07
PoliticsDeclining
hannah yeoh kuala lumpur governance
Hannah Yeoh's involvement in Kuala Lumpur governance is gaining attention in Malaysia.
2K+ searches · 700% growthLast seen 19 days ago
08
SportsDeclining
austria vs argentina
Fans are actively following the Austria vs Argentina 2026 FIFA World Cup match and live updates.
2K+ searches · 500% growthLast seen 19 days ago
lautaro martínezlisandro martínez
09
PoliticsDeclining
andy burnham
Searches have increased as Andy Burnham is sworn in and discussed as a potential UK Prime Minister.
1K+ searches · 700% growthLast seen 19 days ago
10
MoneyDeclining
singapore airlines
Singapore Airlines is in the news due to various incidents and competitive developments.
1K+ searches · 200% growthLast seen 19 days ago
11
SportsDeclining
france
People are actively following the France versus Iraq match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
1K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 19 days ago
france football
12
SportsDeclining
piala dunia
There is growing interest surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup, particularly involving teams like the US and Australia.
1K+ searches · 100% growthLast seen 19 days ago
pasukan bola sepak kebangsaan argentinahasil piala dunia 2026
Sports / Following | 20 days ago
argentina vs austria prediction
Why it matters
DecliningThis topic was last observed 19 days ago and is no longer part of the current pulse, backed by 20K+ recorded searches. People are searching to follow a developing event.
Last seen 19 days ago
Reporting and context
Source coverage helping explain why this topic is moving.
Argentina vs. Austria Prediction, Odds, Picks For World Cup Match - FOX Sports
World Cup predictions: Argentina vs Austria, France vs Iraq and the rest of matchday 12 - The Athletic - The New York Ti…
World Cup recap: Messi makes history in Argentina's win vs. Austria - ESPN
Lionel Messi scores twice as Argentina clinches spot in World Cup knockout round - NBC 6 South Florida
Lionel Messi Scores Goal vs Austria, Becoming Men's All-time FIFA World Cup™ Goalscoring Leader - FOX Sports
The wider weekly pattern
Curiosity trail
Related searches that led here, appeared alongside it, or followed.