The announcement was made during the launch of La Liga hub in Singapore on 23 March.
Malaysia were not able to get a positive result ahead of their Asian Cup qualifying campaign.
Lions begin 2019 Asian Cup campaign against Bahrain on 28 March
Table leaders eye South American dominance in Thursday's qualifying clash
A win will ensure Argentina climb back into top-four - the automatic qualifying spots.
V Sundramoorthy's Singapore warm-up for Asian Cup Qualifiers with today's game against Afghanistan.
Despite lack of match practice, Hariss is expected to lead the Lions against Afghanistan.
Thailand host Group B leaders at the Rajamangala Stadium in Bangkok on Thursday.
Bastian Schweinsteiger has been released by Manchester United and the midfielder will join Major League Soccer side.
With Ong Kim Swee's future uncertain, Malaysia would want to earn a positive result in Manila.
Singapore take on higher-ranked Bahrain in their Group F opener on 28 March in Riffa.
SIngapore face Afghanistan on Thursday before their first qualifying match against Bahrain on 28 March.
Middlesbrough face Manchester United in the Premier League clash on Sunday.
Stoke City face Chelsea in the Premier League clash on Saturday.
West Bromwich Albion face Arsenal in the Premier League clash on Saturday.