Syed Zaris Irfan is a 22-year‑old Malaysian defender known for his flexibility across the back‑line.

A graduate of the prestigious Mokhtar Dahari Academy, he has experience at Pahang FA and recently joined Negeri Sembilan FC, where he is expected to be a squad option both at right-back and center-back.

While official senior match statistics or international call-ups are not publicly documented yet, his progression through trusted youth systems and recent club movement point to a player with professional promise.

Personal Details

• Full Name: Syed Zaris Irfan bin Syed Putra Hasdiana Faizal
• Date of Birth: 1 May 2003
• Place of Birth: Malaysia (specific city not publicly disclosed)
• Height: Approximately 1.72 m
• Preferred Foot: Right

Playing Profile

• Primary Position: Right‑Back
• Secondary Position: Centre‑Back (versatile defensive roles)
• Current Club: Negeri Sembilan FC (Malaysia Super League)
• Contract: Joined on 1 July 2025, contract expires 31 May 2026

Background & Career Path

• Progressed through the Mokhtar Dahari Academy in his youth, a notable Malaysian national training centre
• Became a professional after graduating from the academy, initially signing for Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) before moving to Pahang FA earlier in his career
• At Pahang FA, recognized in FM Transfer Update as playing as a central defender, with a weekly wage of roughly £84 until November 2024

Club Career Summary:

• Youth: Mokhtar Dahari Academy
• Professional Clubs: JDT reserve/youth setup, Pahang FA, then Negeri Sembilan FC from July 2025
• Primarily used as full-back or central defender across junior and senior matches

Football Manager Technical Profile (for insight):

• Height: ~1.67 m (as logged by FM profiling websites, possibly slightly under-reported)
• Attributes Highlights:
  • Defense: Marking ~65, Tackling ~50
  • Mental: Leadership ~60, Decisions ~65, Determination ~60
  • Physical: Acceleration ~45, Pace ~50, Stamina ~45
  • Roles: No‑Nonsense Full‑Back, Wing‑Back support/defend, suitable as Ball‑Playing and Cover Centre‑Back in some setups

Summary Table

Filip Chinzorig Andersen brings a unique blend of European training and emerging Mongolian national team presence. At just 22, he’s gathered senior experience across diverse football cultures—from Denmark to Czechia, Mongolia, and the Philippines.

With flexibility across defense and a growing international resume, he remains a promising talent with potential to establish himself further in Asia and beyond.

Personal Details

• Full Name: Filip Solongo Hofman Andersen (also known as Fil­ip Chinzorig)
• Date of Birth: 13 February 2003
• Place of Birth: Karlslunde, Denmark (near Copenhagen)
• Height: Approximately 1.84 m

Playing Profile

• Primary Position: Centre-Back (CB)
• Other Role: Left-Back (LB)
• Preferred Foot: Left

Club Career

International Career

• Denmark Youth:
  • U16: 6 caps
  • U19: 3 caps
• Mongolia:
  • U23: 3 caps, 1 goal
  • Senior Team: 7 caps (debuted in 2023), 0 goals

Career Statistics Summary

• Total Club Appearances (Senior): ~46
• Total Goals (Senior): 2
• International Caps (Senior): 7
• International Goals: 0

Player Summary

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Muhammad Azrin Afiq has established himself as a reliable defensive option within Negeri Sembilan’s squad following his successful loan spell in the 2024–25 season.

His versatility across the back-line and solid performances earned him a permanent deal in June 2025.

At just 23, he remains a promising talent with potential to compete for national team opportunities and further domestic influence.

Personal Information

• Full Name: Muhammad Azrin Afiq bin Rusmini
• Date of Birth: 2 January 2002
• Place of Birth: Klang, Selangor, Malaysia
• Height: ~1.80 m (180 cm)
• Preferred Foot: Left

Playing Profile

• Positions: Primarily a Left‑Back, occasionally deployed as a Centre‑Back
• Current Club: Negeri Sembilan FC (Malaysia Super League)
• Squad Number: 3 – assigned since joining Negeri Sembilan in March 2024

Club Career

Youth Career:

• Mokhtar Dahari Academy (2017–2019) – developed through Malaysia’s national youth training programme

Senior Career:

• Selangor II (2020–2021): Signed to Selangor’s reserve team, made 23 appearances
• Selangor FC (2022): Promoted to first team; made 1 league appearance in 2022 season
• Kedah Darul Aman (loan) (2023): Loaned for the season, featured in 4 league matches
• Negeri Sembilan FC (loan) (2024–25 season): Moved on loan from Selangor on 13 March 2024; made 13 league appearances
• Negeri Sembilan FC (permanent) (from 23 June 2025): Signed on a free transfer, contract through 30 May 2026

Career Statistics (Up to Season 2024–25)

• Selangor FC: 2 league appearances (2020–22)
• Kedah Darul Aman: 4 league appearances (2023)
• Negeri Sembilan (loan): 13 Super League appearances in 2024–25
• Total Senior Caps: ~19+ league appearances across all senior clubs

International Career

• Malaysia U-19: Member of youth national setup (2017–2019), but no recorded caps
• Malaysia U-23: Earned 4 caps by 2022; no senior national team appearances recorded as of mid-2025

Profile Overview & Market Value

• Versatility: A left-footed defender capable of playing both full-back and central defensive roles. Known for balance, defensive discipline, and adaptability.
• Estimated Market Value: ~€100,000 as of mid-2025

Summary Table

Kei Oshiro is regarded as a dependable centre‑back with solid experience in Japan’s J3 League, demonstrating consistent defensive contributions across multiple clubs. Having developed in the prestigious Urawa Red Diamonds academy, he carries strong tactical discipline and Japanese league adaptability. His tenure with Gainare Tottori as of 2024–25 reflects his value as a regular defensive starter in Japan’s professional tiers.

At 25, Oshiro is entering the prime years for a central defender and is well‑positioned to be a key figure for his club, potentially attracting attention for higher‑level opportunities or leadership roles within Negeri Sembilan FC’s squad.

Personal Information

• Full Name: Kei Oshiro (大城 蛍 / Oshiro Kei)
• Date of Birth: 16 September 2000
• Place of Birth: Okinawa, Japan
• Nationality: Japanese
• Height: 1.82 m (182 cm)
• Preferred Foot: Right (commonly listed as right‑footed centre‑back)

Playing Profile

• Primary Position: Centre‑Back (central defender)
• Secondary Role: Can also operate as Defensive Midfielder (per some positional listings)
• Playing Style: Traditionally a ball‑winning defender with solid physical presence, aerial ability, and defensive discipline typical of Japanese centre‑backs.

Club Career

Youth Career

• Eleven Yonabaru (Youth)
• W‑Wing Okinawa (Youth)
• Urawa Red Diamonds (Youth: –2018)
  (Developed through strong youth setups, including Urawa Reds, a J‑League powerhouse academy.)

Senior Career

• Oshiro began his professional career with Urawa Red Diamonds, one of Japan’s top clubs, though he did not make a league appearance for the senior side.
• He gained first‑team experience on loan at Gainare Tottori and YSCC Yokohama, where he featured regularly, showing growth and durability at defensive positions.
• After a spell with Ehime FC, Oshiro returned to Gainare Tottori in 2024, accumulating regular minutes as part of their defensive unit.
  (Stats current as available through early 2025.)

Career Statistics (Senior League Only)

• Total Appearances (approx.): ~88+ across J3 League and loan spells
• Total Goals: ~3+ from defensive positions
  (Exact figures may vary with ongoing seasons.)

Player Attributes

• Defensive Awareness: Strong positional sense and tackling in central roles.
• Aerial Strength: At 1.82 m, effective in aerial duels and defending set‑pieces.
• Ball Recoveries: Known for defensive work rate and recoveries in Japan’s third tier league.
• Versatility: Can slot into deeper midfield roles if needed.

Summary Table