Malaysia is one of only two countries in Asia where professional football clubs are excluded from national association membership, prompting the AFC to call for their inclusion in football leadership and decision-making
FAM supports Sarawak’s grassroots football ambitions but insists any future professional competition must be sanctioned and integrated into Malaysia’s official football pyramid to ensure recognition, player eligibility and access to national and AFC pathways
Malaysia could miss out on hundreds of millions in consumer spending if the 2026 FIFA World Cup is not aired locally, with economists divided over whether the tournament is a vital economic catalyst or an overrated commercial gamble
Analysts urge urgent government intervention to secure accessible coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026, warning that cost barriers could sideline fans and weaken the nation’s football culture
