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Malaysia awaits FIFA appeal verdict on heritage player scandal
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The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) is awaiting a verdict from FIFA's Appeal Committee on sanctions imposed over falsified documents for seven heritage players. The case involves violations that could impact Malaysia's lead in the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers. The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) hopes for a resolution before March 31, 2026, to avoid disruptions to the tournament draw.