FAM: Visiting teams to be vetted to curb match-fixing
The FA of Malaysia (FAM) are taking steps to curb match-fixing activities, including syndicates flying in teams to play dubious matches in Malaysia. “We have learnt from the Zimbabwe saga and there will not be a repeat under my watch, that I assure you,” said FAM general-secretary Datuk Hamidin Amin (pic), referring to a Zimbabwe club side that masqueraded as its national team in 2009. “We have had meetings with our integrity committee. All I can say is the authorities will act against any Malaysian suspected of fixing matches.” Read more in The Malay Mail today. HD says: Here's hoping we will not be 'conned' by bookies in the future.