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FAM reiterates its full commitment to undergoing this process professionally, transparently, and in full respect of all established legal procedures. - Bernama photo

Former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad said the incident reflected a new and worrying trend in which individuals who voiced critical views become vulnerable to retaliation, including violence.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim engages with the Malaysian media at 40,000 feet, high above the clouds en route to Johannesburg, answering questions on pressing issues facing the nation. - Photo by Bernama

Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh clarified that any potential criminal offences related to the forged documents involving FAM’s seven ‘heritage players’ are under the Home Ministry’s jurisdiction. Photo: Bernama

The seven national heritage footballers have admitted that their claim to Malaysian ancestry is generally based on family hearsay rather than verified records, according to the 63-page motivated decision released by world governing body FIFA. - Photo: FACEBOOK / FAM

FAM remains committed to defending the rights of players who are eligible to represent the country. Photo by Bernama

According to the 63-page motivated decision released by the world football governing body, the investigation should aim to identify the individuals responsible for the falsification of documents. - BERNAMA FILE PIX

The seven Harimau Malaya ‘heritage players’ suspended by FIFA may seek compensation from FAM for lost income after the association admitted an administrative error contributed to their 12-month bans. Photo: Bernama

FIFA-sanctioned terminations of heritage player contracts, like Gabriel Palmero’s with CD Tenerife, have raised questions about who is responsible for their futures. Photo: Facebook

Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) owner and Johor Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim. Photo by Bernama.