AWAY fans will not be allowed into stadiums when the new M-League season kicks off in February.
From Jan 1, spectators will be allowed into sports arenas but in limited numbers.
The National Security Council announced on Friday that a maximum of 4,000 fans or 10 per cent of the stadium capacity is acceptable in areas deemed free from the Covid-19 pandemic,
The Malaysian Football League (MFL) will propose to the relevant bodies, including the Sports Ministry, to only allow home fans to attend matches at venues.
They are also preparing an enhanced standard operating procedure (SOP) for the new season.
MFL chief executive officer Datuk Ab Ghani Hassan said the proposal will be presented to the Sports Ministry next week.
He added fans can only purchase match tickets online.
"Under our proposal, the home team will have to enforce a strict SOP, including temperature checks, on everyone who enters venues.
"For example, if the venue can take in 4,000 fans, they will be separated into eight groups of 500 spectators each. They will then enter into the venues through specific zones.
"The high-risk groups, including senior citizens and children under 12-years-old, will not be allowed to attend matches at venues. Fans must practice social distancing. Stadium seats will also be marked.
"Everyone will have to put on a face mask, and stadium toilets will be closed during half-time to prevent overcrowding. Fans, however, can use the toilets during the match," said Ghani.
Ghani is confident that fans will strictly follow the SOPs during matches.
"Fans must follow all guidelines. The MFL will issue warning letters to teams if their fans do not follow the SOP.
"Repeat offenders may have to play behind closed doors."
Meanwhile, this year's National Football Awards has become a virtual event, and it will take place on Dec 30.
Fans and those in the football fraternity will vote short-listed nominees for the best goalkeeper, best defender, best midfielder, best striker and best coach awards.