Overview
- The Court of Arbitration for Sport confirmed a CHF 350,000 fine on the Football Association of Malaysia and validated findings of falsified eligibility documents.
- Seven foreign-born players received 12-month bans limited to official matches, allowing them to train and take part in non-match activities during the suspension.
- CAS indicated Malaysia’s 4-0 Asian Cup qualifying win over Vietnam should be overturned, leaving formal action to competition authorities.
- The panel noted the federation’s institutional shortcomings and said the players had a limited role in preparing documents.
- Malaysia’s FA called the decision disproportionate and the Asian Football Confederation said it will refer the case to its disciplinary and ethics committee.