Summary
Fifa accused Malaysia of creating fake documents to allow seven foreign-born players to join its national football team. The players were suspended, and both the players and the Football Association of Malaysia were fined. Malaysia claims the issue was due to an administrative error and plans to appeal the decision.
Key Facts
- Fifa says Malaysia faked documents so seven foreign players could join its national team.
- The players received a one-year suspension and fines of 2,000 Swiss francs each.
- Fifa fined the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) 350,000 Swiss francs.
- Fifa's "grandfather rule" allows players to join a team if their grandparents were born in that country.
- Malaysia plans to appeal Fifa's penalties, claiming an administrative error.
- Fifa's investigation started after Malaysia beat Vietnam 4-0 in June.
- The dispute involves players born in countries like Spain, Argentina, and Brazil.
- Malaysia's sports minister said Fifa's decision harmed the country's reputation.
