PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Football League’s (MFL) independent First Instance Body (FIB) have approved Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and national licences for seven Super League clubs for the upcoming season, while several others face sanctions and financial scrutiny ahead of the new season.
Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT), Kuching City, Selangor, Terengganu, Negeri Sembilan, Penang and Sabah successfully secured both licences after meeting the six core licensing criteria covering sporting, infrastructure, administration, legal, financial and business requirements.
The FIB committee meeting held on May 25, chaired by acting chairman Hussaini Hussin, assessed clubs based on compliance with the MFL club licensing regulations.
Meanwhile, Immigration, Melaka, Kuala Lumpur and Police were granted national licences with sanctions under Article 8.2 of the regulations.
"The clubs must submit additional financial and infrastructure documentation by July 15, 2026, or risk further disciplinary action.
“Kuala Lumpur City and Police were also fined RM45,000 each for non-compliance issues," said Hussaini, without specifying the reasons for non-compliance.
In a major setback, Kelantan The Real Warriors failed to obtain a national licence after not meeting the required criteria outlined in the MFL licensing regulations.
At the A1 Semi-Pro level, Kelantan Red Warriors, UM Damansara United, Armed Forces and Bunga Raya earned Extraordinary National Licences under Article 15 of the club licensing cycle.
That means these teams are eligible to compete in the Super League if they decide to do so.
The FIB said it will continue monitoring clubs issued licences with sanctions to ensure all requirements are fulfilled within the stipulated timeline, while congratulating successful clubs for maintaining professional and regulatory standards.
