Cops identify two suspects identified in Harimau Malaya heritage player document forgery

The police have identified two individuals believed to be involved in the forgery of documents related to seven heritage players of the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM). - Scoop file pic, January 21, 2026


Cops identify two suspects identified in Harimau Malaya heritage player document forgery


Police launch extensive investigation into alleged fraud involving seven heritage players' FIFA registration documents



A. Azim Idris
Updated 17 seconds ago
21 January, 2026
8:32 PM MYT

KUALA LUMPUR – The police have identified two individuals believed to be involved in the forgery of documents related to seven heritage players of the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM).

Commercial Crime Investigation Department (JSJK) Director, Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa, confirmed that the investigation was initiated following a police report regarding the falsification of documents related to the registration of the players.

“The effort to confirm the true identities of the two individuals involved in the submission of forged documents to the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) is currently underway,” he said in a statement on Wednesday.

To date, the police have received 45 reports, including one filed by FAM, and have recorded statements from 43 witnesses, including individuals from FAM, the National Registration Department (JPN), and other relevant public witnesses, to complete the investigation.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the citizenship status of the seven Harimau Malaya heritage players was processed through a legitimate and orderly procedure, fully adhering to the laws in place.

However, further investigation is now focusing on elements of fraud and document falsification under Section 420 of the Penal Code, specifically during the registration process and submission of documents to FIFA.

Rusdi also pointed out that those found guilty under this offence could face imprisonment of between one to ten years, along with whipping and a fine.

The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has urged the public to refrain from making speculations, assuring that the investigation will maintain transparency and integrity to ensure justice is served without shielding any party.

Earlier, local media reported that FAM had filed a police report at the Petaling Jaya District Police Headquarters regarding the issue of document forgery involving the seven heritage players.

FAM’s Acting President, Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mahadi, explained that the report was made in accordance with the recommendations of the Independent Investigation Committee (IIC), chaired by former Chief Justice Tun Md Raus Sharif, after the committee completed its investigation in December last year.

He was quoted as saying that FAM is committed to fully cooperating with the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) and respecting the ongoing legal process. – January 21, 2026

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