{
  "id": 12816825,
  "title": "JDT split squad to navigate relentless fixture schedule",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/jdt-split-squad-to-navigate-relentless-fixture-schedule",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-08T07:37:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/football/2026/10/1550505/jdt-split-squad-navigate-relentless-fixture-schedule"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "Johor Darul Ta zim (JDT) has implemented a new squad policy to manage their demanding fixture schedule, which includes five tournaments in a span of 10 days. The club has split their squad across competitions, prioritising senior players for the Super League, FA Cup, and Asian Champions League Elite (ACLE), while assigning junior and reserve players to the Malaysia Cup and Asean Club Championship (ACC). This strategy aims to provide young talents with valuable high-intensity experience and prepare them for senior team football, ensuring the team remains fresh for all competitions. The policy also aligns with the Malaysian Football League's increase in the maximum squad registration from 33 to 38 players for the 2026-2027 season.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}