KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 — The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has sanctioned the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) for fielding ineligible players during Asian Cup 2027 qualifying matches, resulting in forfeits and a fine.

The AFC Disciplinary and Ethics Committee ruled that Malaysia’s matches against Nepal on March 25, 2025 and Vietnam on June 10, 2025 are forfeited, with both results recorded as 3–0 defeats.