KUALA LUMPUR: The FA of Malaysia (FAM) are taking measures to ensure the Merdeka Tournament goes on as planned, even if there are withdrawals.
The tournament will take place at the National Stadium, Bukit Jalil, in October.
Palestine and Lebanon could withdraw as they are drawn in the same World Cup qualifying group.
Malaysia and India are the two other teams in the tournament.
"We will provide an update if there are changes," said FAM vice-president Firdaus Mohamed today.
"However, at Monday's meeting, we will discuss all possibilities.
"We want teams in the top 100 to play in the tournament. We received interest from other countries before the three teams were confirmed."