{
  "id": 17769588,
  "title": "JDT refuse to rush trio back into fire after FIFA suspensions",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/02/jdt-refuse-to-rush-trio-back-into-fire-after-fifa-suspensions",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-02T07:53:38.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/football/2026/11/1569071/jdt-refuse-rush-trio-back-fire-after-fifa-suspensions"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Johor Darul Ta zim coach Xisco Munoz is not rushing returning players into the Asian Champions League Elite match against Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors. Joao Figueiredo, Jon Irazabal, and Hector Hevel are available for the match after serving 12-month FIFA suspensions. Coach Munoz emphasized the importance of handling their reintegration cautiously due to their long absence from competitive football. While their return adds more options for the team, it is crucial to manage them properly to rebuild their confidence. JDT currently leads the East Zone table with seven points from three matches, having drawn with Buriram United, defeated Pohang Steelers 2-0, and Port FC 3-0. A win against Jeonbuk would push JDT to 10 points and strengthen their push for the round of 16. However, Munoz anticipates an intense encounter against the South Korean side, who play aggressively and will utilize their home advantage. Coach Munoz also mentioned that Eddy Israfilov might return following a two-match ban, but it has not been decided if the midfielder will start. Striker Bergson da Silva remains doubtful due to an injury sustained against Port FC.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR: Johor Darul Ta'zim coach Xisco Munoz will not rush returning players into action despite their availability for tomorrow’s Asian Champions League Elite (ACLE) clash against Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors. Joao Figueiredo, Jon Irazabal, and Hector Hevel are available after serving 12-month FIFA suspensions, giving Munoz options for the East Zone league-stage match at Jeonju World Cup Stadium.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "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."
}