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Jon Irazabal

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Jon Irazabal is not mentioned in the provided articles; they focus on Malaysian footballers and FIFA sanctions.

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The provided articles do not mention anyone named Jon Irazabal. The news focuses on seven foreign-born footballers who play for Malaysia's national team. These players were initially banned by FIFA for a year due to the use of falsified naturalization documents. FIFA also fined the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) 350,000 Swiss francs. The players appealed the FIFA ban to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). CAS has temporarily halted the FIFA-imposed bans, allowing the players to continue competing while their appeal is reviewed. The CAS decision is significant because it allows Malaysia's national team to field these players while the legal process unfolds, potentially impacting their performance and qualification prospects. The final outcome of the CAS review will determine the long-term eligibility of these players.
Last updated: May 3, 2026