MFL president says his immediate priority is ensuring the 2026-2027 M-League season gets off to a smooth start as FAM prepares to announce its final list of candidates
Senior sports analyst Sadek Mustaffa says experienced corporate figures are reluctant to contest the Football Association of Malaysia's top post because they believe the president lacks the independence and authority needed to drive meaningful reforms
Former acting president Datuk Yusoff Mahadi cautions that leading Malaysian football requires more than prestige, stressing the need for financial strength, strategic vision and resilience amid growing speculation over potential successors
Datuk Seri Megat D Shahriman Zaharudin outlines a transformative vision for Malaysian football, pledging to unify para and mainstream formats under one governing body while championing inclusivity, transparency, and stakeholder-driven reform
Besides notable incumbents defending their seats such as Melaka CM Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh and Melaka Pakatan chief Adly Zahari, the Prime Minister’s political secretary Datuk Azman Abidin will contest his maiden election in Paya Rumput
Initially given two seats, last-minute negotiations within Barisan Nasional now lands MCA with the staunchly DAP seats of Kota Laksamana and Bandar Hilir
