Summary
The entire executive committee of Malaysia's Football Association has resigned due to a scandal involving foreign-born players in the national team. FIFA accused the association of faking citizenship documents so that seven foreign-born athletes could play for Malaysia. The Court of Arbitration for Sport has temporarily lifted the players' suspension while it reviews the case.
Key Facts
- The Football Association of Malaysia's executive committee resigned over a scandal with foreign-born players.
- FIFA accused the Malaysian association of falsifying citizenship documents for these players.
- The scandal involves seven foreign-born players who participated in the Malaysian national team.
- FIFA fined the players, suspended them for 12 months, and fined the association 350,000 Swiss francs.
- The Court of Arbitration for Sport lifted the players' suspension, allowing them to play until a final decision.
- FAM claimed the document issues were due to an "administrative error."
- FIFA overturned results of three matches, awarding 3-0 defeats against Malaysia.
- A final verdict by the Court of Arbitration for Sport is expected in late February.
