The AFC has clarified that it never called for the abolition of FAM's honorary president position, saying it merely recommended a review of the role's relevance in modern football governance while leaving the final decision to Congress delegates
The AFC is in the final stages of completing its forensic review into FAM’s governance and administrative structure, with an extraordinary congress expected before the 2026 FIFA World Cup as Malaysian football faces mounting pressure for reforms following the naturalisation controversy
Several top athletes aim for salaries that could outpace even the highest-earning footballers, raising questions about the sustainability of funding within Malaysian sports
Malaysia could miss live coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a steep RM200 million broadcasting fee strains Astro and RTM, raising doubts over whether fans will be able to watch football’s biggest tournament
