Sigh of relief as KL, Police and Kelantan get to play in Super League
PETALING JAYA: Super League teams Kuala Lumpur, Kelantan and Police have officially been granted full national licences by the Malaysian Football League's (MFL) Independent First Instance Body (FIB) after fulfilling all financial compliance requirements.
Initially, the clubs had only received conditional approval, pending the submission of additional financial documents by May 31 per Article 8(l) of the MFL Club Licensing Regulations.
On Thursday (June 12), the FIB confirmed that all of them had submitted the required documents ahead of the deadline.
Following a thorough review and assessment of the additional financial materials, the FIB concluded that each club had successfully met the necessary licensing criteria.
FIB chairman Sheikh Mohd Nasir Sheikh Mohd Sharif extended his appreciation for the cooperation and commitment shown by the three clubs throughout the process, and wished them well in the upcoming season.
Earlier, the FIB had also approved the participation of Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT), Selangor, Penang, Kuching City, Sabah, Terengganu, Pahang, Negri Sembilan and guest team Brunei.
Additionally, Melaka and Immigration from the A1 Semi-Pro division were granted Extraordinary National Licences, allowing them to compete in the domestic top flight.
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