Former national player D. Surendran warns Malaysia could miss a crucial chance to gain FIFA ranking points and strengthen preparations for the Asean Cup if no matches are arranged during the upcoming international break
Supporters say the FIFA-backed event could raise Southeast Asia’s profile, but critics warn it risks duplicating the AFF Cup and straining local resources
Acting president Mohd Yusoff Mahadi says the tournament reflects Malaysia’s role in uniting Asean through sport and signals a new era for football under FIFA’s leadership
M-League clubs’ reluctance to release players for national duty is threatening Malaysia’s football future, as domestic priorities take precedence, hindering the national team’s ability to compete and risking long-term consequences
Muda’s Bandar Utama candidate Abe Lim has brushed aside speculation that she was fielded as a candidate due to rumours of her “close ties” with party president Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman.
