{
  "id": 19617619,
  "title": "Selangor have never considered withdrawing from M-League",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/selangor-have-never-considered-withdrawing-from-m-league",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-12T07:25:27.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/football/2026/11/1576142/selangor-have-never-considered-withdrawing-m-league"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Selangor, the 33-time Malaysia Cup champions, have never contemplated withdrawing from the M-League, according to the club's deputy president and board member, Datuk Seri Shahril Mokhtar. The club's stance has been underscored in the wake of allegations of dissatisfaction following their recent FA Cup semi-final match against Kuching City. Shahril emphasized that these claims are merely rumors that have been exaggerated, painting a false picture of the club's potential withdrawal. The Selangor FC board understands the far-reaching implications of such a decision, not only for the club but also for the broader local football ecosystem. Speaking at the launch and draw ceremony for the 2026 FAS Selangor Champions League, Shahril stressed the need for maturity in handling such matters, urging all parties to refrain from statements or decisions that could potentially harm the national football industry.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR: Selangor, the 33-time Malaysia Cup champions, have never considered withdrawing from the M-League.",
  "key_points": [
    "Selangor has never considered leaving the M-League.",
    "Club's deputy president, Shahril Mokhtar, refutes withdrawal rumors.",
    "M-League decision impacts club and local football ecosystem."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Dismissing rumors of departure protects the club's stability and prevents unnecessary disruption to the broader national football ecosystem following recent match controversies.",
  "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."
}