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FIFPro Decries FIFA's 12-Month Bans on Malaysian Players

12/2/2025

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FIFPro, the global footballers' union, says seven players in the Malaysian national team eligibility scandal received 12-month bans are disproportionate.
FIFA banned players for submitting documents claiming Malaysian ancestry.
FIFA's investigation found none of the players had Malaysian heritage, which is required for national selection.
After Malaysia's 4-0 win against Vietnam in June, FIFA fined Malaysian Football Association US$440,000, and FIFPro supports the players while the association denies wrongdoing.

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FIFPro, the global footballers' union, says seven players in the Malaysian national team eligibility scandal received 12-month bans are disproportionate.
FIFA banned players for submitting documents claiming Malaysian ancestry.
FIFA's investigation found none of the players had Malaysian heritage, which is required for national selection.
After Malaysia's 4-0 win against Vietnam in June, FIFA fined Malaysian Football Association US$440,000, and FIFPro supports the players while the association denies wrongdoing.