FIFA World Cup 2026 dominates sports interest: Fans in Malaysia are highly engaged with the FIFA World Cup 2026, closely following standings and key matches like Scotland vs Brazil and Morocco vs.
Archived Pulse in Malaysia
Country pulse digest
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Archived Pulse in Malaysia
In Malaysia, the FIFA World Cup 2026 has captured significant attention with people following standings and key football matches.
Active topics
13
Search volume
249.6K
Leading topic
Sports
Attention mix
What the country is searching
13
Sports69% (9)
Politics8% (1)
Entertainment8% (1)
World8% (1)
Culture8% (1)
Why people are curious
Malaysians are primarily following the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches and standings, reflecting sports fans' intent to keep updated on live scores and team progress. The GTA 6 preorder interest indicates consumer intent to purchase and stay informed about game launch details. The spike in searches about Venezuela earthquakes shows a following intent to understand the unfolding disaster. Political searches about Puad Zarkashi's UMNO exit reveal an explanatory intent to comprehend the controversy and its implications. Lastly, the cultural searches on Asyura fasting intentions illustrate a clear intent to explain and guide proper religious observances during Ramadan.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
Rising excitement around GTA 6 preorder: There is notable curiosity in Malaysia about the GTA 6 preorder, revealing a strong gaming consumer base eager for details on release and pricing.
Attention to Venezuela earthquake crisis: Searches spike for news on Venezuela earthquakes, showing Malaysians' concern for international disasters and humanitarian updates.
Controversy surrounds Puad Zarkashi's UMNO exit: Political interest centers on Puad Zarkashi’s controversial exit from UMNO, including public backlash and multiple police reports.
Guidance sought for Asyura fasting intentions: Malaysians seek religious guidance on fasting intentions for Asyura, reflecting cultural and spiritual engagement during Ramadan.
Ranked searches
What people are curious about in Malaysia
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
PoliticsDeclining
puad zarkashi
Puad Zarkashi's exit from UMNO sparked significant controversy and police reports in Malaysia.
1K+ searches · 800% growthLast seen 17 days ago
02
SportsDeclining
fifa world cup 2026 standings
Fans are actively following the FIFA World Cup 2026 standings, tracking team rankings and match outcomes.
100K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 17 days ago
03
SportsDeclining
scotland vs brazil
The match between Scotland and Brazil in the 2026 World Cup has drawn significant attention due to Brazil’s strong performance.
50K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 17 days ago
skotlandia vs brasilbrazil
04
SportsDeclining
morocco vs haiti
The Morocco versus Haiti game in the 2026 World Cup has attracted viewers following a thrilling match with multiple goals.
50K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 17 days ago
morocco national football team vs haiti national football team standingsmaroko vs haiti
05
SportsDeclining
south africa vs south korea
People are searching for information about the FIFA World Cup 2026 match between South Africa and South Korea.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 17 days ago
south korea vs south africajens castrop
06
SportsDeclining
czechia vs mexico
Fans seek to follow the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A match between Czechia and Mexico with live updates and viewing options.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 17 days ago
czech republic national football team vs mexico national football team standingsmexico vs czech republic
07
SportsDeclining
new zealand vs england
Interest is focused on following the ongoing cricket Test series between New Zealand and England with live scores and match analysis.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 17 days ago
08
SportsDeclining
klasemen piala dunia fifa 2026
People in Malaysia are actively searching for the FIFA World Cup 2026 standings, reflecting increased interest in the tournament.
2K+ searches · 800% growthLast seen 17 days ago
09
EntertainmentDeclining
gta 6 pre order
There is rising interest in Malaysia for pre-ordering Grand Theft Auto VI, with attention on pricing and release details.
2K+ searches · 400% growthLast seen 17 days ago
gta 6gamesrockstar
10
WorldDeclining
venezuela
A major spike in searches indicates people in Malaysia are closely following the aftermath of devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.
1K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 17 days ago
11
CultureDeclining
niat puasa asyura
People are seeking guidance on the correct intention (niat) and timing for fasting on Asyura during Ramadan.
1K+ searches · 500% growthLast seen 17 days ago
puasa tasuaniat puasa tasuaniat puasa 9 muharram
12
SportsDeclining
japan vs sweden
Fans are looking for ways to watch and follow the World Cup match between Japan and Sweden.
500+ searches · 400% growthLast seen 17 days ago
japan vs sweden prediction
Politics / Explaining | 17 days ago
puad zarkashi
Why it matters
DecliningThis topic was last observed 17 days ago and is no longer part of the current pulse, backed by 1K+ recorded searches. People are searching to understand what happened and why.
Last seen 17 days ago
Reporting and context
Source coverage helping explain why this topic is moving.
Umno sec-gen alleges Puad Zarkashi quit because his son was not picked for Johor election - Malay Mail
Johor polls: At least three police reports lodged against Puad Zarkashi over remarks - The Star
153 police reports lodged against Puad Zarkashi - The Vibes
Puad Zarkashi announces exit from UMNO - Sarawak Tribune
Puad Zarkashi 3R comments: Cops open probe as 153 reports lodged - NST Online
The wider weekly pattern
Curiosity trail
Related searches that led here, appeared alongside it, or followed.