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LISC 2026 Kicks Off With Deep-sea Fishing Competition

LABUAN, April 28 2026– The Labuan International Sea Challenge 2026 kicked off today with the flag-off of 224 anglers for its Deep-Sea Fishing Competition at the Labuan Public Marina. Labuan .... read more

Thomas Cup Finals: ‘Tangkis 2030’ Faces First Real Test In Horsens

HORSENS (Denmark), April 23 2026– When Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz assumed the presidency of the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) last year, he unveiled an ambitious blueprint aptly .... read more

Sabah Edge Penang 4-3 In Shootout To Lift Challenge Cup

KOTA KINABALU, April 19 2026 — Sabah FC lifted this season’s Challenge Cup after defeating Penang FC 4-3 in a penalty shootout, following a 1-1 aggregate draw at the end .... read more

GEORGE TOWN, April 17 -- Penang will be targeting 60 gold medals at the 23rd Malaysia Games (SUKMA) in Selangor, which will be held from Aug 15-24. State Youth, Sports and Health Committee chairman Daniel Gooi Zi Sen described it as a realistic target, based on the thorough preparation the athletes have undergone since the conclusion of the previous edition of the Games, including exposing them to national and international-level competitions. He said the state's athletes are now in the final phase of preparation, focusing on improving their performance and ensuring their well-being and fitness are at optimal levels. "We are now 120 days away from SUKMA 2026, and this is the most critical phase of our preparation. "The most important thing is to ensure our athletes do not succumb to injuries as it would affect their medal chances at the Games,” he told reporters at the 120-Day Countdown to the 23rd Malaysia Games 2026 here today. Elaborating, he said that combat sports remained the state's main hopes for gold medals. Gooi also said that the actual number of athletes to be sent for the Games has yet to be finalised. "Over 800 athletes are currently training for the 37 sports, and about 500 will be shortlisted. The shortlist will be finalised soon, before we announce the official number of athletes who will represent Penang at SUKMA,” he said. He also said that the Penang State Sports Council (MSNPP) is actively coordinating the athletes’ accommodation requirements since there will be no centralised Games Village this time. He added that proper planning would be required as the events would be held across several districts in Selangor. "Although the organiser is providing a daily subsidy of RM100, part of the fixed costs will be borne by the state government to ensure the athletes’ welfare and needs are taken care of,” he said. SUKMA 2026 is set to feature 30 core sports, including athletics, aquatics, football, hockey and badminton, with seven other sports, such as chess, e-sports, cricket and kabaddi, added, bringing the total to 37. In the previous edition in Sarawak, Penang clinched 41 gold, 45 silver and 43 bronze medals.

PENANG INTENSIFIES FINAL PREPARATIONS, TARGETS 60 GOLD MEDALS AT SELANGOR SUKMA

GEORGE TOWN, April 17 — Penang will be targeting 60 gold medals at the 23rd Malaysia Games (SUKMA) in Selangor, which will be held from Aug 15-24. State Youth, Sports .... read more

Asian Sports and Leisure Online Exhibition 2026: Connecting Global Buyers with the Future of Sports and Leisure

TAIPEI, April 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Asian Sports and Leisure Online Exhibition 2026 (ASLE 2026) will officially open on April 16, 2026, offering global buyers a one-stop sourcing platform .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR, 14 APRIL -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today officiated the Malaysia Sepak Takraw Academy Complex, describing it as a symbol of determination, hard work and commitment by the nation’s sepak takraw community to restore the sport’s glory. He said sepak takraw is not merely a game, but a national identity that reflects discipline, resilience and the beauty of a traditional sport that has long brought pride to Malaysia on the world stage. According to him, the journey has not been without challenges, but the spirit to rise again is now stronger than ever. “We have experienced both setbacks and successes, but today we rise with greater determination to restore the glory of sepak takraw,” he said. Anwar also called on the younger generation to fully utilise the academy’s facilities to hone their talents, build character and instil a strong sense of patriotism. “We aim to produce a generation of athletes who not only excel on the court, but also possess the strength of character to uphold the nation’s dignity,” he added. He stressed that the government is committed to ensuring the complex becomes a starting point for a new era of resurgence, positioning Malaysia once again as a formidable force in the international sepak takraw arena. As a sign of continued support, Anwar also announced an allocation of RM2 million to enhance training facilities, improve the academy’s comfort and strengthen the role of the Sepak Takraw Association. -- Minutes MY / Igneseous Noris -- Credit: FB Anwar Ibrahim

PM ANWAR LAUNCHES NATIONAL SEPAK TAKRAW ACADEMY, ANNOUNCES RM2 MILLION TO REVIVE SPORT

KUALA LUMPUR, 14 APRIL — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today officiated the Malaysia Sepak Takraw Academy Complex, describing it as a symbol of determination, hard work and commitment .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 -- The decision by Selangor FC chief executive officer Dr Johan Kamal Hamidon to voice his views outside official channels has raised questions and could potentially spark polemics within the local football ecosystem, according to a veteran football administrator. Former acting president of the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM), Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mahadi, said the move was puzzling, given that Johan is not new to the country’s football administrative system. He said official platforms, such as meetings of the Malaysian Football League (MFL) board of directors and the MFL Congress, should be fully utilised if there is a genuine intention to improve the situation. “When one chooses to speak outside, it is no longer merely a professional view, but opens the door to various perceptions,” he said in a statement today. At the same time, Mohd Yusoff described the timing of the remarks as odd, raising speculation about the possibility of certain interests being at play. He did not rule out the possibility that the move carried an underlying intent, including an attempt to divert attention from internal weaknesses that have yet to be comprehensively addressed. He said criticising the league via external platforms could also be seen as an effort to exert indirect pressure on the MFL, while shaping a particular narrative. “There is a tendency to build momentum from the outside, dragging in other parties. This is no longer a routine critique. Its impact risks causing division and undermining the stability of the league,” he said. As such, Mohd Yusoff stressed that any effort to improve national football must be carried out professionally through proper channels, rather than through open statements that may raise more questions than solutions. Recently, Johan called for serious discussions to be held, including the possibility of organising a roundtable session involving all stakeholders of the M-League, particularly in light of the increasingly worrying financial situation among most teams. Johor Darul Ta'zim, Negeri Sembilan FC, Terengganu FC, Penang FC and Sabah FC are among the clubs that support the proposal to hold the roundtable session. Among the recurring issues affecting the M-League are delays in the payment of salaries to players and team officials by several clubs, as well as the challenge of rising operational costs, further exacerbated by the impact of ongoing tensions in West Asia.

Johan’s Statement Risks Sparking Controversy – Mohd Yusoff

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 — The decision by Selangor FC chief executive officer Dr Johan Kamal Hamidon to voice his views outside official channels has raised questions and could potentially .... read more

MEXICO CITY: The International Football Federation (FIFA) has decided not to move a World Cup match involving the Iranian team from the United States (US) to Mexico, despite the conflict in West Asia. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said this on Friday in a press conference, according to a report by the German News Agency (dpa). Iran has requested not to play in three group stage matches in the US following the US and Israeli attacks on Feb 28. Although the fighting has been halted by a fragile ceasefire, Washington has warned of further attacks. "FIFA ultimately decided that the match could not be moved from the original venue," Sheinbaum said. According to him, from FIFA's perspective, the move would involve "a very large logistical effort." World football's governing body had previously expressed doubts about Iran's request to move matches against Belgium, New Zealand and Egypt at the World Cup, which is scheduled to take place from June 11 to July 19 in the US, Mexico and Canada. FIFA President Gianni Infantino previously insisted that Iran should continue to participate despite tense relations between Tehran and Washington. "We want Iran to play and Iran will play in the World Cup. There is no Plan B, C or D – there is only Plan A," Infantino told Mexican broadcaster N+ Univision two weeks ago. Iran Football Federation President Mehdi Taj recently stated that the team was boycotting the US, but not the World Cup, without elaborating on the details, the state news agency IRNA reported. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump described Iran's involvement as "inappropriate" due to "their own lives and safety." Amid a ceasefire that began Tuesday, talks between the US and Iran for a lasting peace settlement are scheduled to take place in the Pakistani capital, Islamabad, on Friday. Iran has previously launched retaliatory strikes after attacks by the US and Israel, including targeting Gulf countries and closing the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.

World Cup: FIFA rejects Iran’s request to move match to Mexico

MEXICO CITY: The International Football Federation (FIFA) has decided not to move a World Cup match involving the Iranian team from the United States (US) to Mexico, despite the conflict .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Football League (MFL) aims to hold a roundtable meeting involving all chief executive officers (CEOs) of Malaysian League (M-League) clubs and relevant stakeholders in the near future. MFL CEO Mohd Shazli Shaik Mohd said previous plans were delayed due to several unavoidable circumstances. He, however, said the MFL remained open to suggestions and views submitted by clubs to discuss the direction and resolution of current issues in the league. "Actually, we already had plans to meet with the CEOs of this club. However, as everyone knows, several things are happening that have caused it to be postponed." "...but, when there are requests and views from the club, we are very open. God willing, MFL will hold a meeting with all the CEOs of this club, including shareholders and board members in the near future," he said when met after the collaboration ceremony between Konami and MFL here today. Mohd Shazli said his party is currently examining the suitability of the date to ensure that the attendance of all stakeholders can be well coordinated. He expects the meeting to be realized before the end of April. Meanwhile, Mohd Shazli, when commenting on the notion that the proposal to hold a roundtable meeting depicted the M-League being in a dire situation, stressed that the actual situation was not like that. He said the implementation of the Financial Fair Play (FFP) Regulations, which is now entering its first year, still needs time to show its overall impact on the stability of the league. "La Liga (Spanish League) took five years to really stabilize their league, while we are only in the first year and the process is still ongoing. However, we can already see many positive developments as a result of the implementation of this FFP. "So, for me at the MFL, we do not see this situation as dire or that the league is heading towards decline. On the contrary, this meeting is a good platform for us to hear the voices of the clubs and subsequently improve the matters raised," he said. Recently, several clubs have called for serious discussions to be held, including the possibility of organising a roundtable session involving all M-League stakeholders, especially following the increasingly worrying financial situation among most teams. Selangor FC, Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT), Negeri Sembilan FC, Terengganu FC, Penang FC and Sabah FC are among the clubs that support the proposal to hold the roundtable session. Among the recurring issues affecting the M-League are the delays in paying salaries to players and team officials by several clubs, as well as the challenge of increasing operating costs, exacerbated by the effects of ongoing tensions in West Asia.

MFL plans roundtable meeting with all M-League club CEOs

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Football League (MFL) aims to hold a roundtable meeting involving all chief executive officers (CEOs) of Malaysian League (M-League) clubs and relevant stakeholders in the near .... read more

KUALA NERUS: Terengganu Football Club Sdn Bhd (TFCSB) today announced the resignation of c as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Terengganu FC (TFC) team effective April 1. TFCSB, through a media statement today, announced that Sheikh Farouk had played an important role in strengthening management and contributing to the overall development of TFC throughout his term of service starting in August last year. The statement stated that all of Sheikh Farouk's efforts and contributions are greatly appreciated and will always be remembered by club members and TFC supporters. "The club wishes him continued success in whatever field he ventures into. Hopefully all the experience gained with TFC will be a valuable asset for him to continue moving forward," the statement said. In the same statement, Sheikh Farouk said he appreciated the support given and wished continued success for the Turtle Squad.

TFC CEO Sheikh Farouk resigns

KUALA NERUS: Terengganu Football Club Sdn Bhd (TFCSB) today announced the resignation of c as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Terengganu FC (TFC) team effective April 1. TFCSB, through .... read more

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