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FAM was ordered to pay a fine of CHF350,000 (approximately RM1.8 million), while each player was fined CHF2,000 (around RM11,000) and suspended from all football-related activities for 12 months.CHF is the code for the Swiss franc.

The FIFA logo is seen inside the stadium following the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Final match between Chelsea FC and Paris Saint-Germain at MetLife Stadium on July 13, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. - (Photo by Luke Hales / Getty Images via AFP)

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On Sept 26 last year, FIFA, in an official statement, confirmed that FAM and the seven players were found to have breached Article 22 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code.

The players’ values had plunged after Transfermarkt updated its records, listing all seven as having no market value due to the issue. Photo: Facebook ASEAN FOOTBALL.

FAM acting president Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mahadi said the sponsor had contacted the association and sent an official letter, but stressed that it was only to seek clarification on the situation.

The FIFA logo is seen inside the stadium following the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Final match between Chelsea FC and Paris Saint-Germain at MetLife Stadium on July 13, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. - (Photo by Luke Hales / Getty Images via AFP)

FAM stressed the need to lodge a police report because the committee has limited powers. Photo by Bernama

Malaysia’s results in three Tier 1 international matches have been overturned to 3-0 defeats following FIFA disciplinary action against FAM for fielding ineligible players. - BERNAMA FILE PIX

Malaysia’s focus on popular sports conflicts with its Olympic ambitions, as Sharifah Ariel’s historic AYG equestrian gold highlights the need for stronger grassroots programmes, fairer prioritisation and long-term investment in all sports.