Pepsodent Malaysia has officially launched its Pepsodent Best Defender campaign at Mydin Subang Jaya Hypermarket, marking the brand’s role as an Official Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ and introducing a campaign shaped around the realities of football season for Malaysian families.
As football nights often stretch well beyond bedtime, late-night snacking naturally becomes part of the experience, while everyday routines such as oral care can easily be overlooked. Recognising this familiar behaviour, Pepsodent’s latest campaign positions the brand as the family’s best defender against cavities when hunger strikes during football season.
“Football season is one of those moments that naturally brings people together, whether through late-night screenings, gatherings with family and friends, or the mamak sessions that come with every big match.
With food and snacking so often becoming part of the occasion, Pepsodent is there to protect the smiles of families and fans so they can enjoy every moment and cheer for their favourite team with confidence,” said Phoebe Tay, Marketing Lead of Pepsodent Malaysia.
The activation brought together football, family moments and everyday oral care in a way that reflected how many Malaysians experience the season — from cheering through late-night matches to sharing food and spending time together around every major game.
The event was graced by YBhg. Datuk Wira (Dr) Haji Ameer Ali Mydin, Managing Director of MYDIN; YBhg. Dato’ Murad Ali Bin Mydin, Executive Director of MYDIN and Mr Manjunatha Adappa, Managing Director of Datta Shree, reflecting the brand’s partnership with MYDIN to bring the campaign experience closer to Malaysian families.
“Pepsodent has long been a valued supplier partner of MYDIN, and we are pleased to collaborate on an initiative that combines the excitement of football with the importance of good oral health.
Football has a unique ability to bring people together, and through this campaign, we hope to create an engaging experience for Malaysian families while encouraging them to make oral care an essential part of their daily routines,” said Datuk Wira (Dr) Haji Ameer Ali Mydin, Managing Director of MYDIN.
The event was also honoured by the presence of Dato Sallam Bin Packiry, EXCO member of the Football Association of Selangor (FAS), Mr. Patrick Loo, Coach Educator of the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) and Mr Izzat Norizan, member of Football Association of Selangor (FAS), member of the highlighting the shared passion for football that has brought together Malaysians during the FIFA World Cup 2026™ season.
Adding to the excitement of the launch, Zeem Ahmad, a Malaysian freestyle football athlete, also delivered a special freestyle football performance, showcasing his creativity and skill in another celebration of the beautiful game.
During the launch, Pepsodent Malaysia showcased its limited-edition Pepsodent Best Defender FIFA toothpaste range, including Cavity Fighter, Gum Expert, and Fresh Cool Mint, while unveiling a series of promotions to bring the excitement of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ season closer to consumers.
Shoppers can participate in the claw machine activation for a chance to win exclusive merchandise and product samples, while purchases of RM15 and above on selected Pepsodent oral care products will also qualify for redemptions of official FIFA merchandise such as bottles and caps.
The launch marks the beginning of Pepsodent Malaysia’s wider FIFA World Cup 2026™ campaign rollout, with on-ground activations and promotions bringing excitement to the football season.
By connecting football fandom with snacking habits and oral care, Pepsodent Malaysia aims to help Malaysians protect their smiles and celebrate the road to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ with greater confidence.
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