Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) has expressed its firm stance regarding the altercation between Johor Darul Ta’Zim’s Arif Aiman and Perak FC’s Tommy Mawat during the Super League match at Sultan Ibrahim Stadium, Iskandar Puteri.
The incident, which occurred last night, has sparked concerns about player conduct and disciplinary measures.
FAM Deputy President and Chairman of the Referee Committee, Dato’ S. Sivasundaram, emphasized that further action could still be taken against the two players despite them being shown yellow cards by referee Razlan Joffri Ali at the time of the incident.
“We will await the full report from the Match Commissioner and Referee Assessor before determining any additional action,” Dato’ Sivasundaram stated.
He revealed that the FAM Referee Performance Evaluation Committee would thoroughly review the full video recording of the altercation to assess the situation and recommend appropriate measures.
While yellow cards were issued during the match, Dato’ Sivasundaram clarified that FAM retains the authority to impose supplementary penalties if warranted.
“Both players received yellow cards immediately after the incident, but further punishment can still be enforced should it be deemed necessary,” he said, signaling FAM’s commitment to maintaining discipline and fairness in the league.
Dato’ Sivasundaram urged players to manage their emotions during matches, stressing that uncontrolled behavior could have lasting consequences.
“This was a serious incident involving punching and strangulation between the two players,” he noted. “Such actions only create problems for the individuals involved, as they may face additional sanctions.”
FAM will proceed with a formal review once it receives detailed reports from the Match Commissioner and Referee Assessor. Until then, no definitive decisions regarding further disciplinary measures will be made.
This incident highlights the FAM’s zero-tolerance approach toward misconduct on the field, ensuring that player behavior aligns with the spirit of sportsmanship and respect integral to the game.
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