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New Straits Times
12 hours ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Safee Sali steps down as PFAM president
KUALA LUMPUR: Former national striker Safee Sali announced his resignation as president of the Professional Footballers Association of Malaysia (PFAM) today, marking the end of his leadership since 2019. In a heartfelt two-minute video shared on Instagram, the 41-year-old said the decision was not an easy one, but it was time to make way for new, younger leadership. "I would like to wish everyone a blessed Awal Muharram. Hopefully, the new year brings strength and prosperity for a better life. "Secondly, this will be my final week as president of PFAM. It's not an easy decision, but I believe it's time to give space to the younger generation to take over." Safee said he hopes his departure will open the door for fresh perspectives and allow Malaysian football to grow with the players at the forefront. "Players are the key to moving football forward in Malaysia. I hope the new leadership will introduce innovative ideas and implement the necessary changes. I wish them the best of luck," he said. "My job is done. From 2019 to the present, I would like to thank all PFAM staff, especially Izham Ismail (PFAM CEO), and the players who have supported me. Good luck in the future, the future is yours." In a separate caption accompanying the video, Safee wrote: "Today, I officially announce my resignation as president of PFAM. It has been a fulfilling journey working alongside passionate individuals. I will continue to support PFAM in a new way and am excited to see what the future holds. Thank you all for the great memories." He also attached a statement thanking PFAM for the opportunity to serve, and expressed his belief in the potential of the next generation. "This decision did not come easily, but I believe it is time for me to step aside and allow the younger generation to take the lead," he said. "I am confident that the future leaders of our association will bring new energy and vision to our shared passion for the game. I look forward to seeing the positive changes and am excited about what the future holds for football and the young talents it represents." Safee, who enjoyed a storied career at the club and international level, was appointed president of PFAM in 2019. His tenure saw greater advocacy for player welfare and efforts to professionalise support structures within the local football scene.
The Sun
13 hours ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Safee steps down as PFAM president
FORMER national striker Safee Sali has resigned as president of the Professional Footballers Association of Malaysia (PFAM). Safee said it was not an easy decision to make, but he believed the time had come for him to step aside for the younger generation to lead the association. 'I firmly believe that introducing fresh perspectives and innovative ideas is vital for the continued growth and development of football on a global scale. 'It has been an honour to serve in this capacity, and I am proud of what we have accomplished together during my tenure. My responsibility as PFAM president, which began in 2019, has come to an end today,' he said in a statement on his Instagram account today. Safee expressed confidence that the new leaders of the association will inject fresh energy into the game and that he looks forward to seeing the positive changes they will make.
South China Morning Post
06-05-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Malaysian sports minister wants football clubs to be run better so investment will flow in
Malaysia's sports minister has called for the country's football clubs to be managed by parties with genuine financial and managerial skills, to boost investment in the domestic league and safeguard player welfare, state media reported on Tuesday. Advertisement Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh said the failure of some domestic clubs to manage fundamental responsibilities, such as paying salaries, has probably undermined efforts to attract and retain sponsors to support Malaysia's football development, state news agency Bernama reported. 'Football has a large audience, which is why I believe that to convince sponsors, all they want to see is how a club is run, how they pay salaries or look after the welfare of players,' Yeoh was quoted as saying. 'I urge that those who are not capable should not touch it – let others take over. Sometimes, there are those who cannot manage but still want to hold on to power, preventing others from stepping in.' Hannah Yeoh says there are managers 'who cannot manage but still want to hold on to power'. Photo: Handout Malaysian football has suffered financial hardships in recent years, leading to some clubs being penalised, relegated or withdrawing from the league. The Professional Footballers Association of Malaysia has said many professional clubs struggle to pay salaries on time.
Mint
06-05-2025
- Business
- Mint
Soccer-Malaysia calls for better management of local soccer clubs
Reuters Updated 6 May 2025, 12:54 PM IST KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Reuters) - Malaysia's sports minister has called for the country's soccer clubs to be managed by parties with genuine financial and managerial skills to boost investments in the domestic league and safeguard player welfare, state media reported on Tuesday. Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh said the failure of some domestic clubs to manage fundamental responsibilities, such as paying salaries, has likely undermined efforts to attract and retain sponsors to support Malaysia's football development, state news agency Bernama reported. "Football has a large audience, which is why I believe that to convince sponsors, all they want to see is how a club is run, how they pay salaries or look after the welfare of players," Yeoh was quoted as saying. "I urge that those who are not capable should not touch it, let others take over. Sometimes, there are those who cannot manage but still want to hold on to power, preventing others from stepping in.' Malaysian soccer has suffered financial hardships in recent years, leading to some clubs being penalised, relegated or withdrawing from the league. The Professional Footballers Association of Malaysia has said many professional clubs struggle to pay salaries on time. Last month, Yeoh urged Malaysian soccer authorities to undertake a sweeping overhaul of the sport's ecosystem, and emphasised that comprehensive solutions rather than piecemeal fixes were required to address problems. Yeoh said the governing body of the Malaysian Football League must hold discussions with stakeholders to ensure a more structured and sustainable league moving forward. (Reporting by Danial Azhar; Editing by Sharon Singleton)
CNA
06-05-2025
- Business
- CNA
Malaysia calls for better management of local football clubs
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's sports minister has called for the country's football clubs to be managed by parties with genuine financial and managerial skills to boost investments in the domestic league and safeguard player welfare, state media reported on Tuesday (May 6). Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh said the failure of some domestic clubs to manage fundamental responsibilities, such as paying salaries, has likely undermined efforts to attract and retain sponsors to support Malaysia's football development, state news agency Bernama reported. "Football has a large audience, which is why I believe that to convince sponsors, all they want to see is how a club is run, how they pay salaries or look after the welfare of players," Yeoh was quoted as saying. "I urge that those who are not capable should not touch it, let others take over. Sometimes, there are those who cannot manage but still want to hold on to power, preventing others from stepping in.' Malaysian football has suffered financial hardships in recent years, leading to some clubs being penalised, relegated or withdrawing from the league. The Professional Footballers Association of Malaysia has said many professional clubs struggle to pay salaries on time. Last month, Yeoh urged Malaysian football authorities to undertake a sweeping overhaul of the sport's ecosystem, and emphasised that comprehensive solutions rather than piecemeal fixes were required to address problems. Yeoh said the governing body of the Malaysian Football League must hold discussions with stakeholders to ensure a more structured and sustainable league moving forward.
