FAM belongs to all affiliates, says Johan
KUALA LUMPUR: The future direction of the FA of Malaysia (FAM) lies in the hands of its affiliates, who must have the confidence to use their votes to drive reform at the national football governing body.
Selangor FC chief executive Dr Johan Kamal Hamidon has stated that the direction of the Malaysian Football Association (FAM) is in the hands of its affiliates. These affiliates must have confidence in their ability to use their votes to push for reform at FAM. The election congress will take place on Thursday, where affiliates will gather to vote on the next FAM president, with Datuk Seri Shahril Mokhtar challenging Ab Ghani Hassan in a direct contest.
Shahril, who is also the deputy president of FA of Selangor, has made reform a cornerstone of his platform. Dr Johan believes that affiliates must see their role as vital to Malaysian football development and that their confidence is crucial. He hopes affiliates will support Shahril, emphasizing that his call for reform is not a rejection of past efforts, but rather a belief that existing actions can be improved.
Dr Johan is also vying for one of two FC club representative seats on the FAM executive committee, pledging to contribute to Malaysian football's development if elected, drawing on his experience with Selangor FC and FAS. He aims to collaborate with peers from other states to forge a sustainable football development structure involving all parties.
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