FAM Appoints Ayob Khan, Shuhaily to Lead Integrity Committee

The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) has appointed Ayob Khan and Shuhaily to lead its newly constituted integrity committee, signalling a renewed commitment to strengthening institutional oversight within the organisation.

The appointments follow disciplinary action by FIFA against FAM and seven naturalised Malaysian footballers last year, who faced penalties for submitting falsified birth certificates. The international governing body's sanctions underscored significant lapses in the national footballing body's governance and documentation procedures.

The integrity committee is expected to oversee compliance measures and establish protocols to prevent similar violations in the future. The move reflects FAM's effort to restore confidence in Malaysian football's administrative framework and align the organisation with FIFA's regulatory standards.

These appointments come as Malaysian football seeks to rebuild its reputation on the international stage following the breach. The committee's mandate will extend to reviewing existing procedures and implementing stricter verification mechanisms for player registrations and certifications.

FAM has not disclosed additional details regarding the committee's full composition or timeline for implementation of new compliance measures.