Malaysian media indicated that the decision of FIFA on seven suspended naturalized players may be delayed, as it is requesting further clarification on documents.The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) had stated at a press conference on Oct. 17 that it expected the appeal results to be announced on Oct. 30 or 31. However, according to Scoop, the decision is likely to be postponed.
It also reported that the FIFA Appeal Committee (FAC) has requested further clarification on documents related to the players’ bloodlines, which FAM submitted in its appeal. The committee is said to be taking a cautious approach given the scale and impact of the case. While the final verdict is pending, Scoop noted that “the chances of a full acquittal are very slim.”
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