KUALA LUMPUR: The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) have confirmed receiving official reports from Kuching City and Selangor regarding a brawl during the second leg of the FA Cup semi-final at the Taha Ariffin Stadium in Kuching last Sunday.
In a statement yesterday, FAM announced that the reports from both clubs will be examined with the official report from the Malaysian Football League (MFL), as well as other relevant documents and evidence, to ensure the matter is handled in accordance with established regulations and disciplinary procedures.
According to the FAM, any decision or sanction can only be determined once the FAM disciplinary committee have met and reviewed the submitted reports and evidence.
“FAM take a serious view of any incident that could compromise the safety of players and officials, or damage the image of the nation’s football. Consequently, FAM will ensure that every report and piece of relevant information receives the attention it warrants,” the statement read.
Last Tuesday, MFL submitted a report and evidence concerning the brawl which involved players and officials from both Kuching City and Selangor to the FAM for further action.
After losing 1-2 in the first leg of the semi-final, Kuching City staged a comeback to overcome Selangor 2-0 for a 3-2 aggregate victory last Sunday. They are set to face defending champions Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) in the final, which is scheduled for Jan 16. — Bernama
