Player Eligibility
Tunku Ismail doubts FIFA will overturn Malaysia player sanctions
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Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim expressed skepticism that FIFA will reverse sanctions on Malaysia's football association and seven naturalized players for eligibility violations. Speaking at a press conference on October 25, 2025, in Petaling Jaya, he emphasized shared responsibility across FAM and questioned the origins of the complaint. The penalties include one-year player suspensions and a fine of about RM1.8 million on FAM.
Malaysia suspends soccer official amid FIFA cheating probe
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The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) has suspended its secretary general pending an investigation into FIFA's claims of cheating by fielding ineligible players. FIFA last month suspended seven overseas-born players and fined FAM US$438,000 for submitting falsified documents in a 2027 Asian Cup qualifier. The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission stated it would reopen probes if irregularities emerge from the ongoing appeal.
FIFA delays verdict on Malaysia's seven suspended naturalized players
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FIFA's Appeal Committee has postponed its ruling on the suspension of seven naturalized players for the Malaysian national team, originally expected on October 30 or 31. The delay stems from requests for further clarification on eligibility documents amid a leaked report questioning one player's heritage. Malaysian officials have condemned the leak as unverified and damaging to the ongoing appeal process.