Malaysian Football League (MFL) has reaffirmed its commitment to financial integrity in domestic football after completing a key compliance checkpoint with all Liga Super Malaysia clubs ahead of the 2025/26 season.
On August 1, the MFL’s Financial Fair Play (FFP) Unit convened with the independent First Instance Body (FIB) to review mandatory budget and pre-season documentation submitted by all participating clubs. The exercise, conducted under Articles 9(1) and 10(1) of the FFP regulations, covered club budgets, confirmed sponsorship agreements, salary details, statutory contributions to EPF, LHDN, and SOCSO, as well as declarations of any arrears as of June 2025.
According to FIB Chairman Sheikh Mohd Nasir Sheikh Mohd Sharif, the review ensures clubs operate within sustainable financial limits, including compliance with the league’s 80% salary cap rule. “This process is not just regulatory; it’s a safeguard for the long-term stability of Malaysian football,” he said.
All clubs successfully met the submission requirements, allowing the MFL to track total projected spending for salaries and related contributions this season. However, monitoring will not stop here. The FFP Unit will conduct five financial audits across the campaign, with the first due on October 16, 2025, covering the August–September period.
Should any arrears be detected, the FIB will take further action, which may include sanctions under Articles 10 and 14(1)(B).
The MFL praised clubs for their professionalism and active cooperation, highlighting the importance of transparency and financial discipline as pillars of the league’s growth. It also pledged continued support through compliance workshops and advisory programs to help clubs meet governance standards.
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