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Rodrigo Holgado

Rodrigo Holgado
The latest news and top stories on Rodrigo Holgado, a suspended Malaysian footballer. Born in Argentina, he last played as a forward for Colombian club América de Cali. Holgado was suspended by FIFA for 12 months in September 2025, alongside six other naturalised players, due to falsified documentation concerning his eligibility to represent Malaysia. He debuted for Malaysia in June 2025, scoring one goal, and is currently assisting in the appeal process.
Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

Malaysia out of Asian Cup race after AFC overturns wins, hands down US$50,000 fine

Malaysia punished for fielding ineligible players; wins over Nepal and Vietnam converted into 3-0 forfeits.

Malaysian FA disappointed with CAS ruling to partially uphold player sanctions

Can Malaysian football ‘reset’? Mass resignations kick off reboot debate

Nothing will change if the same officials are re-elected with no one held accountable for the ‘heritage players’ fiasco, observers say.

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