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New Straits Times
6 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Anwar Ibrahim signs for Negri Sembilan — no, not the PM
KUALA LUMPUR: In a transfer move that turned heads and triggered double takes across social media, Anwar Ibrahim has signed for Negri Sembilan. No, not Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, but a 26-year-old right back who just happens to share his name with Malaysia's most famous politician. Anwar (the footballer) will don Negri colours for the 2025-2026 M-League season, with the club's announcement quickly going viral and attracting more than 1,500 comments on Facebook. This isn't the first time the Kelantan-born defender has made headlines. In 2023, he caused quite the stir during a KL City match, unintentionally surprising then-Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail when his name was announced as a second-half substitute. It was during the Federal Territories Minister's Cup at the KLFA Stadium, and for a brief moment, Wan Azizah — in the stands — thought her husband was being called into action. KL City went on to beat Perak 3-0, and after the match, with Wan Azizah on medal duty, she made a point to meet and snap a photo with the young namesake. "Akram Mahinan went on stage first and told her my name," recalled Anwar. "She then said she wanted to take a picture with me. I was touched." Anwar's best career moment was winning the Malaysia Cup in 2021 with KL City.
New Straits Times
13-06-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
KL City signs national winger Safawi on loan from JDT
KUALA LUMPUR: National winger Safawi Rasid will play for KL City next season, confirmed Kuala Lumpur FA (KLFA) president Syed Yazid Syed Omar on Friday. Safawi joins the City Boys on a one-season loan from Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT), adding significant firepower to the Klang Valley-based side as they gear up for the 2025-26 M-League campaign. "Safawi? Yes, it's confirmed," said Syed Yazid briefly. The 27-year-old brings a wealth of experience, having made 66 appearances and scored 22 goals for Harimau Malaya. At club level, Safawi has turned out for T-Team, Terengganu, JDT, Portuguese side Portimonense and Thailand's Ratchaburi, collecting multiple M-League titles and domestic honours along the way. Safawi is not expected to be the only new arrival from the south, with KL City also being linked to JDT midfielder Syamer Kutty Abba, who has 42 national caps. Syed Yazid believes KL City will be in good shape next season, with preparations already well underway. "It will be a solid team next season," he said. "There will be a meeting on Monday to finalise matters regarding the squad." He also addressed recent concerns surrounding the club's finances, reassuring fans that KL City are in the clear. "Salaries have been paid. Everything is clear," he said.
New Straits Times
12-06-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
KL City, Kelantan Darul Naim and Police get national licence
KUALA LUMPUR: KL City, Kelantan Darul Naim and Police will not have to miss the 2025-2026 M-League. They have been granted national licences after meeting all financial compliance requirements set by the Malaysian Football League's First Instance Body. The independent body, who announced this today, had earlier approved the three teams' applications conditionally, requiring them to submit additional financial documents by May 31.
The Sun
12-06-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
KL City, KDN and PDRM granted national licence
INDEPENDENT body First Instance Body (FIB) have approved the National Licence for Kuala Lumpur City FC (KL City), Kelantan Darul Naim FC (KDN), and PDRM FC to participate in the upcoming Malaysia League (M-League) season. FIB chairman Sheikh Mohd Nasir Sheikh Mohd Sharif said the decision was made after all three clubs submitted additional financial documents before the May 31 deadline this year. He said the requirement was in accordance with Article 8 (l) of the Malaysian Football League (MFL) Club Licensing Regulations. 'After reviewing and evaluating the additional financial documents submitted, FIB agreed to grant full National Licence status to the three clubs upon their successful fulfilment of all the compliance requirements. 'FIB expresses appreciation for the cooperation and strong commitment shown by KL City, KDN, and PDRM throughout the process, and wishes them all the best in the 2025–2026 Super League season,' he said in a statement issued by MFL today. Sheikh Mohd Nasir also informed that FIB had earlier granted the National Licence to Johor Darul Ta'zim FC (JDT), Selangor FC, Penang FC, Kuching City FC, Sabah FC, Terengganu FC, Sri Pahang FC, and Negeri Sembilan FC. In addition, he said two clubs from the A1 Semi-Pro League, Melaka FC and Imigresen FC, successfully obtained the Extraordinary National Licence.
New Straits Times
30-05-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Josue confident Harimau Malaya can deliver against Vietnam
KUALA LUMPUR: Harimau Malaya forward Paolo Josue believes there are plenty of positives to take from Thursday's 1-1 draw with Cape Verde at the KLFA Stadium. World No. 72 Cape Verde struck early in the ninth minute through Sidney Cabral, but Josue came off the bench to equalise just a minute after coming on in the 79th minute. Malaysia will face Cape Verde again in a closed-door friendly at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil on June 3, part of their build-up to the crucial Asian Cup qualifier against Vietnam on June 10 at the same venue. The 36-year-old KL City star has now scored 10 goals in 26 international appearances for Malaysia. "After tonight, we showed where we are right now," said Josue. "Everything is going smoothly as we prepare to get the points against Vietnam and keep pushing for a spot in the 2027 Asian Cup Finals. "It's always special to score for the national team. The coach spoke to me during the week, and with my first touch I got a chance and scored. It was unbelievable — a great night." Josue noted that the national team had only trained for 10 days before the match. "But thank God, everything went well. I think they also felt the heat here in Malaysia," he said with a smile. The veteran praised the team's performance and was especially impressed with debutants Gabriel Palmero and Ubaidullah Shamsul. "I think the team did very well. We managed to contain an aggressive side and limit their control in midfield. "Our five-man defence with four in the middle gave them problems in the first half," he said. "In the second half, the coach made some changes and we created a few chances. I got mine and made it count. Overall, it was a great match for us to see where we stand."
