Telekom Malaysia launches the ambitious football reality TV show, MyTeam Planet Hollywood was packed for the launch of the highly anticipated football talent reality show that looks set to get Malaysia buzzing.

Filled with VVIP’s, press, footballers and even Ska musicians, the Telekom Malaysia sponsored programme, MyTeam, soon to be shown on TV3, is drawing in all types, all enthused by its simple but dramatic premise.

From February onwards, the MyTeam crew will be roaming nationwide looking for fresh and exciting non-pro footballers. They will put them through trials and tough eliminations all on the road to ultimately taking on the Malaysian national team at Bukit Jalil come May 2006!

You will watch as ordinary Malaysians, all with a passion for football will be able to realize their sporting dreams and get the chance to move into the big league. They have to be fit, older than 17 years of age and fast enough to run 100 metres in less than 12 seconds. Plus, if you and your teammates beat Malaysia and impress the coaches and FAM, a place on the national squad could be yours.

The brainchild of good friends, Khairy Jamaluddin and musician, Jason Lo, MyTeam aims to encourage those who have the talent but not had the opportunity to play professionally to take that step into the limelight. They also want to promote the love of the game to incorporate not only the English Premier League but also our own local football scene.

With TM behind the helm, lending its weight in support, the search for the ultimate MyTeam will be extensive and reap rewards for those taking part. Not only will those who make it get to play against the national team but they will be coached by non-other than Shebby Singh! The popular ESPN commentator and ex-Malaysian football player is taking time from his busy schedule to get back down to the nitty-gritty of professional football training. Helped by ex-European footballer, Bojan Hodak, the players of MyTeam will certainly be represented.

Rumours are already flying that part of the training camp before the final match could take place somewhere very special in the football world!

Alongside the selections, there will also be the TM MyTeam Carnival. Each location will have events and performances by local artistes bringing a festival like fever to the MyTeam event.

So, if you think you have what it takes and are determined and ready to give football your all, head for the first venue in JB on February 18th, 2006. Now isn’t this a great way to start the year!