A Malaysian newspaper commented: “At a time when fan trust is dwindling and FAM faces the risk of collapse, the emergence of lawyer Serge Vittoz is seen as a breath of fresh air. This legal expert is renowned for his extensive knowledge of international sports law and vast experience in global arbitration.” Lawyer Serge Vittoz,…
On November 3, the FIFA Appeals Committee rejected all appeals from the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) and 7 players involved in the fake naturalization document case. The accompanying statement detailed the application and passport issuance timelines for the group of players. This information raised suspicions about irregularities in Malaysia’s naturalization application process. FIFA document…
“Unbelievable. A club once paid 100 million baht to secure the services of Xuan Son,” read a headline in Thairath newspaper. The newspaper emphasized: “Nam Dinh FC revealed that a Saudi Arabian club offered 3 million USD (100 million baht) for Xuan Son’s services, but the player declined.” Xuan Son in a football kit, looking…
Recently, FIFA unveiled detailed documents exposing the Malaysian Football Association (FAM)’s deception in the naturalization process of seven players. The documents also included statements from the implicated players regarding their origins. Malaysian players implicated in the FIFA investigation, looking evasive about their origins. Argentina’s Capital De Noticias highlighted unusual details: “In his statement to FIFA,…
After a brief rest at the hotel, U22 Vietnam held their first training session in Bangkok (Thailand) at 5 PM on December 1st, preparing for their opening match in Group B of the men’s football at the SEA Games. Reportedly, the players’ spirits are high. Head Coach Kim Sang Sik demanded the entire team focus…
The match between Ho Chi Minh City Women’s Football Club (HCMC WFC) and Stallion Laguna FC took place tonight (November 13), at Thong Nhat Stadium (HCMC). HCMC Women's Club in red jersey fiercely competing against Stallion Laguna FCThe match between HCMC Women’s Club (red jersey) and Stallion Laguna FC was fiercely contested (Photo: Khoa Nguyen)….
The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) faces a high-stakes decision as it considers continuing its protest against FIFA’s sanctions regarding naturalized players. This move, according to a warning from former FAM Secretary General, Datuk Seri Azzuddin Ahmad, could plunge Malaysian football into a deeper crisis, potentially leading to FAM’s suspension by the world football governing…
The Panda Cup 2025 is taking place in Chengdu, China, with the participation of four teams: host U22 China, U22 South Korea, U22 Uzbekistan, and U22 Vietnam. Coach Dinh Hong Vinh during a match at Panda Cup 2025Coach Dinh Hong Vinh at Panda Cup 2025 (Photo: VFF). For this tournament, since head coach Kim Sang…
Evaluating the second leg match against Beijing Guoan, within Group E of the AFC Champions League Two 2025-2026 group stage, Coach Polking stated: “This is a very important match. It’s almost a do-or-die game, similar to the previous match where we unfortunately lost on penalties in the national cup.” “Tomorrow will be the same because…
After FIFA rejected their appeal regarding the fraudulent naturalization of seven players, the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) affirmed their intent to further escalate the case to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). According to Bharian newspaper, this action challenges FIFA’s decision. Malaysian press warns FAM challenging FIFA's decision on player naturalization case The…
