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A new chapter awaits as FAM members cast reform vote

PETALING JAYA: The Football Association of Malaysia's (FAM) extraordinary congress on Thursday (June 4) will vote on 94 proposed amendments to their statutes, including sweeping changes to elections, executive leadership and candidate vetting, as Malaysia look to end their status as one of only two Asian Football Confederation (AFC) member associations yet to implement the mandatory governance reforms.

Football

Soccer-Scotland aim to end first-round World Cup hoodoo

June 1 (Reuters) - Scotland and ⁠their raucous Tartan Army of fans head to their first World Cup since 1998 determined to ⁠reach the knockout phase of a major tournament for the first time after glorious but ‌heartbreaking near-misses in the past.

AseanPlus News

Iran says Israeli attacks in Lebanon another reason for the delay in US peace deal

Iran said Monday that ongoing Israeli attacks in Lebanon are hindering efforts to reach an agreement between Tehran and Washington, Anadolu Ajansi reported.

Football

Soccer-Mexico's World Cup 'curse' faces ultimate test on home soil

MEXICO CITY, June ⁠1 (Reuters) - Mexico will become the first country to host three World Cups when the renovated ⁠Estadio Azteca again takes centre stage from June 11, but beneath the historic milestone ‌lies a national team still wrestling with decades of disappointment and instability.

Football

Soccer-Ochoa remains Mexico's talisman as coach Aguirre balances generations

MEXICO CITY, June 1 (Reuters) - ⁠Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa has spent two decades turning World Cups into personal ⁠theatre but the veteran has now become something more complicated - not just a ‌member of the squad but a symbol of a team caught between nostalgia and renewal.

Football

Soccer-South Africa hope for World Cup boost after failing to capitalise on 2010

CAPE TOWN, June 1 (Reuters) - ⁠South Africa failed to generate momentum after hosting the World Cup in 2010 but following ⁠a long period of stagnation they have a chance to become consistent competitors on ‌the global stage.

Football

Soccer-Goals dry up for South Korea's favourite Son ahead of World Cup

SEOUL, June 1 (Reuters) - South Korean ⁠fans have long wondered who will provide the goals when Son Heung-min hangs up his boots, ⁠but if the 33-year-old striker's scoring slump continues heading into the World Cup some may feel ‌now is the time to let someone else lead the line.

Football

Soccer-Physical Czechs will look to win ugly to qualify from Group A

PRAGUE, June 1 (Reuters) - Lacking ⁠the kind of big-name stars who led the Czech Republic at their last World Cup ⁠appearance in 2006, this time around the team will rely on winning ugly with combative, ‌physical play aimed at grinding out results against more technical opponents.

Football

Soccer-Qatar seek to move beyond shadow of 2022 disappointment

CAIRO, June 1 (Reuters) - ⁠Qatar will arrive at the World Cup seeking to redefine themselves after a ⁠disappointing tournament in 2022 when they became the first host nation to lose ‌all three group matches despite heavy investment and lofty expectations.

AseanPlus News

US says it struck Iranian military sites, Tehran responds with air base attack

US strikes come as negotiations to end the war drag on; US military says eliminated Iranian air defences, a ground control station and two drones.

Football

Soccer-Ancelotti gambles on fading Neymar as Brazil chase elusive sixth crown

June 1 (Reuters) - Brazil head to the ⁠World Cup under the great Carlo Ancelotti with hope in their hearts and doubts at their heels, as ⁠the Italian seeks to end their 24-year wait for a sixth global title with a squad short on ‌glitter and long on questions.

Football

Soccer-Four-time winners Germany out to restore tarnished reputation

BERLIN, June 1 (Reuters) - Germany ⁠have set their sights firmly on a fifth World Cup trophy but not many at home ⁠share coach Julian Nagelsmann's optimism.

Football

Soccer-Canada target World Cup breakthrough on home soil

TORONTO, June 1 (Reuters) - Canada ⁠return to soccer's biggest stage not yet among the elite but determined to redefine their place ⁠in the global game as co-hosts of the World Cup.

Football

Soccer-Neymar aims for final World Cup bow as Brazil put faith in stricken talisman

June 1 (Reuters) - For Neymar, the World ⁠Cup would be less like a new beginning and more of a curtain call - one last spin on ⁠soccer's grandest stage after a career of soaring brilliance and stubborn setbacks.

Nation

Renovating old buildings without fire safety upgrades will increase risks, says Bomba

GEORGE TOWN: Renovations and changes in the use of old buildings without corresponding upgrades to fire safety measures have been identified as among the factors that can increase the risk of fire incidents.

Climate

Laughing amidst the gloom: How activists embrace joy in the fight to save Earth

Across the world, groups of activists, teachers and psychologists are tackling one of the planet's most daunting problems with laughter, dancing, hugs and most especially joy.

Badminton

Ee Wei suffers partial ACL tear, says BAM

PETALING JAYA: Mixed doubles shuttler Toh Ee Wei has been diagnosed with a partial tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in her left knee.

Cycling

‘Darjah Bakti’ a timely boost for Azizul's Commonwealth Games, Asiad Swansong

KUALA LUMPUR: National track cycling ace Datuk Azizulhasni Awang, who was conferred the Darjah Bakti by His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia on Monday (June 1), described the award as a timely boost ahead of his final appearances at the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games this year.

Nation

PM commends Air Force's service, dedication on 68th anniversary

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended his deep appreciation to all personnel and veterans of the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) for their service, contributions and dedication in safeguarding the nation's sovereignty and security.

Nation

Man, 78, reported missing at Palong oil palm plantation

JEMPOL: A 78-year-old man has been reported missing in an oil palm plantation in Palong, near here, since Sunday (May 31).