A product of youth development systems (AMD U-17 and Sri Pahang). In the 2024–25 MFL Cup, he scored 6 goals in 20 matches, earning a nomination for Best Player of the tournament.

His long‑term signing by Negeri Sembilan FC reflects their plans to integrate him into the senior setup gradually. With youthful energy and technical flair, Airiel is seen as a high‑ceiling attacking asset—development focus should be on endurance, consistency, and tactical maturity.

Personal Information

• Full name: Muhammad Airiel Zafran bin Mohd Azrul
• Date of birth: 6 July 2006
• Nationality: Malaysian

Position & Playing Style

• Primary position: Forward / Attacking Midfielder
• Playing style: Known for pace, technical flair, strong attacking instincts, and ability to create and score goals.

Club Career & Development

• Current club: Negeri Sembilan FC U‑20 (SUKMA & Piala Presiden squad), jersey number 29
• Previous club: Sri Pahang FC (featured during 2024–25 MFL Cup season)
• Transfer: Signed a long‑term contract with Negeri Sembilan FC in May 2025 at age 19, bolstering their youth setup with ambition for first‑team progression

Recent Performance (Piala Presiden 2025)

• Appearances: 6 matches
• Goals: 3
• Assists: 0
• Win ratio: 50%, Draw ratio: 33%, Loss: 17%

Football Manager Insights (from FM24/24.3)

From Football Manager simulations (FM24.3), Airiel Zafran is profiled as an attacking midfield/forward talent:

• Age in FM24: ~17 years; Height: 170 cm; Footed: Right
• Preferred roles: Advanced Playmaker (Attack or Support), Attacking Midfielder (Attack), Trequartista, Shadow Striker, Enganche
• Technical attributes:
  • Finishing ~45, Dribbling ~35, Technique ~55, Passing ~25
• Mental attributes:
  • Aggression ~75, Flair ~55, Leadership ~50, Vision ~40, Decisions ~45; lower ratings in positioning, concentration, composure (~5–35)
• Physical attributes:
  • Acceleration ~50, Pace ~40, Natural Fitness ~75, but low strength/stamina (~10–30)

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