The head coach of the Malaysia national team will face disciplinary action for criticizing the Federation.

This statement could cause the Australian strategist to violate FAM’s disciplinary code. According to Article 58 of FAM’s regulations, any coach, player, or official who "damages the reputation of football" or "affects FAM’s image" can face disciplinary action. Penalties may include warnings, suspension, or fines, even if the remarks were made publicly outside official contexts.

In the past, FAM has enforced similar penalties. In 2015, coach Datuk Dollah Salleh was fined 5,000 RM for criticizing referees during the AFF Cup.

In 2010, the late coach B. Sathianathan was suspended from coaching for six months due to publicly criticizing FAM’s match schedule.

More recently, coach Tan Cheng Hoe was "reminded to comply with communication procedures" after making comments perceived as implying criticism of FAM’s management during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Sports expert Datuk Dr. Pekan Ramli, when asked about Cklamovski’s situation, said that although the Australian coach has the right to express his opinion, his remarks crossed professional boundaries.

"He does his job, and we do ours — there should be no interference," expert Pekan assessed.

"The national team is under FAM’s jurisdiction, so when speaking about FAM, caution is necessary. Careless remarks are unacceptable."

Pekan stated that some of Cklamovski’s recent comments were "shocking" and could be considered damaging to the reputation of the Malaysian football federation.

"Sometimes what he says is unbelievable. Previously, he mentioned there were people ‘sabotaging the team’ — such words are unhelpful.

As a coach, he should concentrate on his expertise. Without FAM, there would be no team or government funding. If he wants to offer suggestions, it should be done internally."

Pekan also stressed that FAM must ensure fairness between local and foreign coaches.

"At minimum, he should be warned or summoned to provide an explanation. This is about protecting the reputation of a national sports organization. If local coaches have been punished for such remarks, foreign coaches must follow the same rules. Otherwise, it would be very unfair.

There must be enough courage to do the right thing. Without any action, people will say FAM is afraid or biased. That is not good for the federation’s image."