SHAH ALAM - Actor Sharnaaz Ahmad made a bold move into the world of football by becoming the owner of the amateur football club Carabat FC, aiming to raise the club's profile in the local football scene.
His passion for the sport and desire to provide a platform for young talent drove the actor to establish Carabat FC, which competed in the Selangor League (FAS League).
Speaking about the club's formation, Sharnaaz, also known as Mamu, expressed his vision of leaving a lasting impact on Malaysian football.
"The establishment of this club was driven by a deep passion for the sport and a desire to provide talented players with a platform to showcase their abilities.
"Carabat FC is determined to rise to higher levels in Malaysian football and hopes to achieve more success in the near future,” he added.
Carabat FC had already scheduled its second friendly match against Bangi City on Oct 19 at KV Arena, Shah Alam.
Although newly formed, the club aimed to build a strong team spirit and showcase its potential through competitive matches.
Sharnaaz’s motivation for starting the club stemmed from a deeply personal place.
He revealed that his son, Jebat Jayden, was the true inspiration behind Carabat FC’s creation.
"What really sparked my heart to start a football club was my son, Jebat Jayden.
"I noticed that he is a big fan of Cristiano Ronaldo. Luckily, he didn’t ask to change his name to Jebat Ronaldo,” he said.
Carabat FC also focused on providing a platform for young players, giving them opportunities to hone their skills in a competitive environment.
Through Carabat FC, Sharnaaz’s passion for the sport was clear, and with his son cheering from the sidelines, he hoped to see the club and its players reach new heights in Malaysian football.
Sharnaaz wasn't the first celebrity to venture into football ownership.
In 2018, actress Rita Rudaini founded RR Cougars FC after her two sons, Airit Rayyan Rizqin and Airit Qaqa Arjuna, developed a deep interest in football.
Her club consisted of players aged between five and ten, who were exposed to team matches early on.