Negeri Sembilan Football Club is delighted to confirm the signing of Airiel Zafran Mohd Azrul on a long-term contract, as part of our strategic reinforcement of the U-20 & SUKMA squad ahead of the upcoming season.
At just 19 years old, Airiel has already emerged as one of the country’s most promising young forwards. He arrives from Sri Pahang FC, having delivered a string of impressive performances in the 2024-2025 MFL Cup, where he played a pivotal role for his team and earned a nomination for the MFL Cup Best Player Award. He scored 6 goals across 20 matches this season, proving his scoring ability.
A dynamic attacker known for his pace, technical ability, and goal-scoring instincts, Airiel’s arrival represents a significant addition to Negeri Sembilan’s youth setup, with an eye on long-term development and eventual first-team integration.
Chief Executive Officer of Negeri Sembilan FC, Faliq Firdaus, expressed his confidence in the signing:
“We are building a future-oriented squad, and Airiel Zafran fits perfectly into that vision. His talent, work ethic, and composure at such a young age are exceptional. We believe he has the potential to be a key figure for Negeri Sembilan FC in the years to come. This long-term signing is a statement of intent — that we are serious about nurturing Malaysia’s next generation of football stars.”
Negeri Sembilan FC extends a warm welcome to Airiel and looks forward to supporting his journey as he dons the The Jangs jersey in this exciting new chapter.
