History of Negeri Sembilan FC

History of Negeri Sembilan Football Club

This article documents the history of Negeri Sembilan Football Club, a Malaysian association football team. For a general overview of the club, see Negeri Sembilan FC.

The club was established in 1923, according to a passage in the football history books of Malaysia based on an interview with Austin Senevirathe, who was 93 years old when interviewed. He spoke about a match that happened between PBNS and Singapore for the Malaya Cup in that particular year. Negeri Sembilan is one of the oldest football clubs in Malaysia. Other older teams are Penang and Perak, which were each formed in 1921. In 2023, Negeri Sembilan celebrated the 100th anniversary of its establishment.[1]

The club is one of the top competing teams in the history of football since its establishment. They have won many top competitions in Malaysia, starting in the early 1940s. The club also gave rise to many Malaysian football stars who brought success to both club and country such as Kwan Soon Teck, Mok Wai Hong, B. Rajinikandh, N. Thanabalan, B. Sathianathan, Ching Hong Aik, Shukor Adan, Norhafiz Zamani Misbah, Aidil Zafuan, Zaquan Adha, Farizal Marlias, S. Kunanlan, Shahurain Abu Samah and many more.[2]

Throughout 2003–2011 there was a "golden generation" for the Negeri Sembilan team because, throughout the year, the team achieved a lot of success in competitions at the domestic level. Starting with winning the FA Cup in 2003, the team managed to win the Super League in 2005–06. The most proud performance was when Negeri Sembilan successfully made it through the Malaysia Cup final stage three years in a row from 2009 to 2011. The team won two finals in 2009 and 2011, and in 2010, the team became runners-up when they had to accept a defeat, but they managed to win the FA Cup in the same year (2010). In addition, this golden era also saw the emergence of several big names who were with the Negeri Sembilan team in the Malaysian football scene, including Ching Hong Aik,[3] Shukor Adan,[4] Norhafiz Zamani,[5] Khairul Anuar Baharom,[6] Bekamenga Bekamengo,[7] Sani Anuar,[8] Rezal Zambery,[9] Zaquan Adha,[10] Aidil Zafuan,[11] Farizal Marlias,[12] S. Kunanlan[13] and Shahurain.[14][15]

## 20s (1923–1929)

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The club was established in 1923, according to a passage in the football history books of Malaysia based on an interview with Austin Senevirathe, who was 93 years old when interviewed. He stated that the Malaya Cup match between Negeri Sembilan and Singapore took place in that particular year.[16]

In 1926 the Football Associations of Negeri Sembilan, Perak, Selangor, Malacca and the Singapore Amateur Football Association, came together to form the Malayan Football Association (MFA), to field a Malayan team against an Australia side that visited Singapore that year.[17]

In 1927 PBNS started organising league matches. Among the trophies that were up for grabs at that time were the Annex Shield, the British Resident's Cup, and the Hose Cup. The earliest football clubs that existed and competed in the league were Negri Sembilan Chinese "A," Negri Sembilan Club, Port Dickson Recreation Club, Sungei Ujong Club, Negri Sembilan Chinese "B," and St. Paul's Old Boys Association.[18]

## 40s (1940–1949)

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In 1942–1947 all football competitions in Malaya were suspended due to World War II and the Japanese occupation of Malaya. This also caused the Negeri Sembilan team to stop participating in league and cup competitions until 1948, when the team was able to compete again.[19]

In 1948 they won the first HMS Malaya Cup,[20] led by skipper Kwan Soon Teck .[21]

## 50s (1950–1959)

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In 1953 Negeri Sembilan finished as runners-up in the Kings Gold Cup after being defeated by Kedah in the final with a 4–1 score.[22]

## 80s (1980–1989)

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In 1982 Tan Sri Dato' Seri Utama Mohd Isa bin Dato' Haji Abdul Samad was appointed president of the Negeri Sembilan Football Association (PBNS) as well as the Menteri Besar of Negeri Sembilan. Also in 1982, the Perbandaran Seremban Field was upgraded, and throughout that period, the team used the Kuala Pilah Stadium (a contemporary stadium) as their home ground where they had previously used the Perbandaran Seremban Field. Later, the field was renamed the Perbandaran Seremban Stadium and began to be used until 1991.[23]

Negeri Sembilan played in the Liga Malaysia (English: Malaysia League) throughout the years 1982–1988, Liga Malaysia was an amateur football league run by the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM). Since 1982, Negeri Sembilan has only been a middle tier team and is not very prominent when compared to Selangor, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Pahang, and Penang.[24][25][26][27][28][29][30][31]

In 1989 Liga Malaysia changed its status from amateur to semi-pro. The Semi-Pro League was introduced and divided into two tiers: the Division 1 League for the first tier and the Division 2 League for the second tier. Negeri Sembilan was placed in Division 2 according to their current performance. The team is only in an average position in Division 2 despite having used the services of Singapore international player R. Suriamurthy and Thailand import player Likit Sanatong.[32]

## 90s (1990–1999)

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1991 was the year of the revival of the Negeri Sembilan team, which in previous years had been an underdog. That was also the last year the Negeri Sembilan team used the Majlis Perbandaran Seremban Stadium before the Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium in Paroi was used as their home ground until now. On 18 August 1991, the team met Sarawak in the final match of the Division 2 League at the Majlis Perbandaran Seremban Stadium. Negeri Sembilan, who was in first place at the time, only needed a draw while Sarawak, who was in second place, needed a win to reach the top spot in the league table. The match of that day went to Negeri Sembilan with a result of 2–2, and they managed to collect one point. It was the last year that led to the success of winning the Semi-Pro League Division 2, then qualifying for Division 1 in 1992. Among the star players at that time were the import trio, the Bozik Brothers (Miroslav and Robert), and the powerful striker Marian Valach. Local players include Richard Scully, Mansor Sulaiman, and Nazari Hussein.[33]

In 1992 the construction of Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium was completed and inaugurated to be used as a multipurpose stadium. The stadium initially held a capacity of 20,000 people, and since then, the Negeri Sembilan team has officially made the stadium their home ground for the Liga Semi-Pro Divisyen 1 tournament in that year.[34]

On 12 April 1992 the Negeri Sembilan team won the 1992 Kings' Gold Cup after beating Terengganu FA, 2–1, at Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium, Paroi. The coaches and players shared a cash reward of RM20,000 from the Negeri Sembilan Malay Football Association. Negeri Sembilan's coach at that time was Haji Mohd Zaki Shaikh Ahmad. Earlier, the last time Negeri Sembilan FA participated in the final of the trophy was in 1953, when they lost 1–2 to Pulau Pinang.[35]

In the 1996 season Negeri Sembilan became one of the contenders for the league title. Even though it was not given much attention at first, the team starring two former import players from Argentina, Pahang FA's Gus Cerro and Jose Iriarte, surprised many when they gave great competition to other selected teams such as Selangor, Sabah, Sarawak, Kedah, Pahang, and Brunei. Othman Katmon, Faizal Zainal, Khairil Zainal, Rosli Omar, B. Rajinikandh (now converted to Islam), A. Ganeson, V. Arumugham, Idris Kadir, Azmi Mohamed, and Ching Hong Aik (only a few mentions) have put up a good fight, giving great hope to their loyal supporters. However, this squad failed to maintain the momentum when it was finally overtaken by Sabah FA, who emerged as the Premier League champion, as well as Kedah FA, who became the runner-up.[36]

## 2000s (2000–2009)

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On 31 May 2003 Negeri Sembilan met Perlis in the FA Cup final. Played at Perak Stadium, the club was surprised by the opponent's early goal in the 11th minute. The club managed to close the gap in the 56th minute thanks to a goal by Effendi Malek. The game remained 1–1 until the 90th minute, and in extra time, victory was decided on a golden goal. In the 95th minute, the club managed to get the golden goal as a result of Everson Martinelli's goal, and the club was crowned FA Cup champion in 2003.[37]

In 2004 the capacity of Negeri Sembilan's Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium was upgraded to 45,000 people for the hosting of the 2004 Sukma Games. This benefitted Negeri Sembilan fans as the numbers of maximum spectators increased and was best used for the big match such as a derby or a final match.[38]

Negeri Sembilan made its first appearance in the AFC Cup competition in the 2004 season. The club made its debut in the first match against Island FC with a big 6–0 win on 10 February 2004. However, the club had to settle for being 3rd in the group after losing all the group stage matches against Geylang United, East Bengal, and Island FC. All teams played at home and away for a total of six games.[39]

In March 2004 Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan was appointed as the president of the Negeri Sembilan Football Association (PBNS). It's because he successfully held the position as the 10th Menteri Besar of Negeri Sembilan and replaced Isa Samad, who held that position the previous year. Mohamad Hasan was the first Menteri Besar who had ever been a local football player and then became the president of PBNS. He never represented the first team of Negeri Sembilan but played a lot with clubs in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor.[40] He was banned from football for life after receiving a red card when NS Malays played against NS Indians in 1977. He was active in football in the 1970s.[41]

In the 2005–06 season, the team won the Malaysia Super League by finishing first out of eight clubs that competed. The newly promoted team from the Malaysian Premier League in the 2005 season managed to become the league champion in their first appearance since the Super League was introduced in 2004.[42]

On 7 November 2009 the team ended their 61-year drought in the Malaysia Cup after posting a convincing 3–1 victory over Kelantan in the final at the National Stadium, Bukit Jalil. The team also won all the matches in the Malaysia Cup tournament, starting from the group stage until the final. That final match was a fantastic night.[43]

The repeat final of 2009 between the club and Kelantan happened again on 30 October 2010. However, this time, the club lost 1–2 to Kelantan despite having taken an early lead through a penalty by Shahurain Abu Samah.[44]

## 2010s (2010–2019)

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On 10 April 2010 Negeri Sembilan needed the luck of the penalty shootout to win the FA Cup championship again by beating Kedah 5–4 in the final of the 21st edition at the National Stadium, Bukit Jalil. This continues to confirm them as the new powerhouse of national football after winning the Malaysia Cup last season. Both teams were tied at 1–1 after the end of the 90 minutes of the actual game, even after the referee, R. Krishnan, dragged it into extra time in front of about 70,000 spectators, the majority of whom were "Hijau Kuning" supporters.[45]

In 2011 the club again qualified for the Malaysia Cup Final for the third time in a row, this time with their new coach, Mohd Azraai Khor Abdullah. They won the trophy after defeating Terengganu FA with an epic comeback. The first goal was scored by Mohd Ashaari Shamsuddin for Terengganu in the 59th minute. Negeri Sembilan used the last 10 minutes of the game to make a comeback. S. Kunanlan equalised the score in the 81st minute before Hairuddin Omar, the veteran striker, hit the winning goal for Negeri Sembilan with a beautiful volley in the 85th minute.[46]

In the early part of the 2011 season one of the team's all-time best coaches, Wan Jamak Wan Hassan, resigned from the club. He sees no excuses for the team's disappointing run in the Malaysia Super League and Malaysia FA Cup competitions for that season.[47]

In 2012 Negeri Sembilan signed nine new faces, including two import players, to cover the "Hoben Jang Hoben" squad challenged in the Super League 2012 season. Two import players, a striker from Cameroon named Jean-Emmanuel Effa Owona and a defender from Brazil named Gonçalves Ferreira Marquen, were offered a one-year contract as the latest additions to the backup squad to help the Jangs form a strong team.

On 7 January 2021 Negeri Sembilan lifted the 2012 Malaysian season's opening Charity Shield when they beat Kelantan 2–1 in the match that was played at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil. Cameroonian striker Jean-Emmanuel Effa Owona emerged as the hero for Negeri with a brace of goals in the 31st and 63rd minutes to erase Kelantan's earlier goal off Norshahrul Idlan in the 22nd minute.[48]

On 6 December 2014 the president of the Negeri Sembilan Football Association announced that the Negeri Sembilan team would be known as the Negeri Sembilan Matrix from the 2015 season. This has become the beginning of the process of privatising the Negeri Sembilan.[49]

In 2015, overall Negeri Sembilan did not play as expected. The club has invested heavily in the team, but they are only 6th in the league and knocked out early in the FA Cup. even more disappointing when they failed to qualify for the Malaysia Cup. On 26 August 2015, the Negeri Sembilan Football Association disbanded the Premier League team NS Matrix, shortly after the team failed to qualify for the Malaysia Cup 2015. Also eliminated is the head coach, K. Devan.[50]

On 25 December 2015 Negeri Sembilan successfully defeated Perlis in the Kings Gold Cup match with a 2–1 win at Tuanku Syed Putra Stadium. This success ended Negeri Sembilan's 23-year drought since 1992 and brought home the round trophy and RM40,000 in cash, while the runner-up received RM20,000 in cash.[51]

In December 2016 the club signed several new players. Among them were Lee Tuck,[52] Bruno Suzuki, and Nemanja Vidic. Played in the 2017 Malaysia Premier League, the club has a mission to climb up for the Malaysia Super League. On 4 March 2017, Negeri Sembilan continued to be on the top of the Premier League when they defeated Kuala Lumpur 2–1 at the Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium, Paroi.[53] Negeri Sembilan was successfully promoted to the Super League for 2018 despite only being in 5th place. The club managed to qualify for the semi finals of the FA Cup, and on 13 May 2017, the FA Cup semi-final second leg against Pahang ended with a 2–1 victory over Pahang with an aggregate of 3–1. Negeri Sembilan was previously defeated by a score of 1–0 in the first match at Darul Makmur Stadium.[54]

On 7 June 2018 the Negeri Sembilan Football Association (PBNS) lost an experienced figure when Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan resigned as president of the association. Also followed Mohamad's footsteps were two vice presidents, Datuk Mohamad Haslah Mohd Amin, who was also the PBNS Chief Finance Officer and manager of the Negeri Sembilan Super League team, and lastly, Datuk Abd Ghani Hasan.[55]

On 10 September 2018 Tunku Besar of Tampin, Tunku Syed Razman Tunku Syed Idrus Al-Qadri, was elected as the new President of the Negeri Sembilan Football Association (PBNS) for the period of 2018–2021 after winning unopposed at the 86th PBNS Congress, held at Klana Resort.[56]

## 2020s (2020–present)

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Until 2020, the team competes within the capacity of the Football Association (FA). However, the team has finally succeeded in being privatised in the football club privatisation campaign by the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) in September 2020 and has been performing as a "Football Club" (FC) since the 2021 season.[57]

Season 2021 was the club's third year playing in the Premier League since being relegated in 2019. On 26 December 2020, the club signed several new players. Among them were Raja Imran Shah, Raja Amin, Barathkumar Ramaloo, Aroon Kumar, Damien Lim, Saiful Ridzuwan Selamat, Annas Rahmat, and Ferris Danial. The club also signed Tasnim Fitri and Osman Yusoff. Having started the season well with an unbeaten record after six games, the club has been top of the table for several weeks. The great competitor for the team at that time was Sarawak United. That event was almost similar in 1991 when Negeri Sembilan and Sarawak competed for the top spot in League Division 2.[58] However, Negeri Sembilan has shown dominance by winning the Premier League in the 2021 season, while Sarawak United FC placed second.[59][60]

In 2022, even as a team that has just been promoted to the Super League, the club has given good competition in the league by securing the 4th position out of 12 teams. The club is only three points behind Terengganu, who are in 2nd place. This season also saw the rise of some local players who got called up from the national squad: Khuzaimi Piee and Syihan Hazmi. The encouraging performance of several other players was also the cause of NSFC's revival at that time, such as Harold Goulon, Matheus Alves and Gustavo.[61][62][63]

In 2024, the Malaysia Super League started in May and this is the first season to have a two-year schedule, since 2007–08. This system has been changed from the old Malaysian league match schedule system, so it will coordinate the same scheduling with the AFC calendar.[64] Also, On January 12, Faliq Firdaus was appointed as the new chief executive officer of Negeri Sembilan FC. He became the youngest CEO in the Malaysia Super League competition for the 2024–25 season.[65][66][67]

On 12 June 2025, NSFC appointed YAB Dato’ Seri Utama Hj Aminuddin bin Harun, the First Minister of Negeri Sembilan, as the club’s new Chairman. The announcement was made by YTM Tunku Syed Razman, the Tunku Besar of Tampin and President of the Negeri Sembilan Football Association (PBNS). The appointment reflects a strategic effort to strengthen football governance in the state, with PBNS focusing on grassroots development while NSFC operates as a competitive professional entity. Dato’ Seri Aminuddin expressed his commitment to revitalising NSFC and uniting the community through football. The club is set to begin its 2025/2026 Malaysia League campaign in August.[68]

## Names

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* 1923–2005: Negeri Sembilan

In tournaments the Negeri Sembilan Football Association only used Negeri Sembilan or Negri Sembilan as the team name. Negeri Sembilan is the name of one of the states in Malaysia, and the Negeri Sembilan Football Association is the governing body of football, founded to represent the state. The team used it from 1923 through 2004 before it was rebranded in 2005.

* 2005–2008: Negeri Sembilan Naza

Negeri Sembilan was rebranded in 2005. The team, sponsored by a motor company from Malaysia named Naza, started in 2005. This has caused Negeri Sembilan to be given a new name: Negeri Sembilan Naza, or simply NS Naza, to represent the name of the sponsoring company.

* 2009–2014: Negeri Sembilan

In 2009, Naza withdrew from sponsoring the Negeri Sembilan football team. The team later cancelled the name Negeri Sembilan Naza and changed it back to Negeri Sembilan for the 2009 league season. They have used it until season 2014.

* 2015: Negeri Sembilan Matrix

On 6 December 2014 the president of the Negeri Sembilan Football Association (PBNS) announced the team's new branding by changing it to Negeri Sembilan Matrix, or simply NS Matrix. With a larger amount of sponsorship from Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad and a bigger investment for the team, they had a greater vision and mission to carry out. Unfortunately, on 25 August 2015, NS Matrix was disbanded for not meeting the expectations set by PBNS.[69]

* 2016–2020: Negeri Sembilan

Due to the disbandment of NS Matrix in the previous year, the team used the Negeri Sembilan name again starting in 2016. The team used it for 5 years until 2020, when they started using the new name because they had registered as a private football club.[70]

* 2020–present: Negeri Sembilan F.C.

To achieve the targeted standards and the campaign implemented by the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM), the Negeri Sembilan team has privatised their team to become a football club. Previously operating as a football association, the team has started a new chapter with the privatisation of their football team.[71]

## Crest and colours

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### Crest history

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#### NSFA Crest (–2014)

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The Negeri Sembilan FA takes inspiration from the coat of arms of Negeri Sembilan. There are several important parts of the Negeri Sembilan coat of arms that are placed on the Negeri Sembilan FA team crest. It is believed that the Negeri Sembilan team crest has been in use for a long time, until 2014. In that year, the NSFA crest was modified at the suggestion of the team president at that time, Mohamad Hasan.

Escutcheon: The escutcheon of the arms is depicted as an Old French shield outlined in black. The shield itself is coloured in shades of the Minangkabau people's traditional colours, like the flag, but is illustrated in the form of three partitions separated by diagonal lines running from the upper left to the lower right and varies slightly by its symbolisation.

Rice Stalks: Nine yellow stalks of rice[72] attached to the motto in the form a white scroll with "P.B.N.S" which is an abbreviation for "Persatuan Bola Sepak Negeri Sembilan" (English: Negeri Sembilan Football Association). The stalks signifies the nine states under the old Negeri Sembilan:[73] Jelai, Jelebu, Johol, Kelang (now part of Selangor), Naning (now part of Malacca), Rembau, Segamat-Pasir Besar, Sungei Ujong, and Ulu Pahang.

Crossed Keris Sheath : Two keris sheath crossed together to show the teamwork of the Negeri Sembilan players on the field.

#### NSFA Crest (2014–2021)

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Dato' Seri Utama Haji Mohamad bin Hasan changed the team's crest in 2014. The new crest is almost identical to the old crest, but only a few things have changed:

Crossed Keris: The old crest only featured two crossed keris sheaths, but it has been improved by adding two blades of keris to the crest. These two blades of keris and their sheaths are crossed to show the teamwork and fighting spirit of the Negeri Sembilan players on the field.

Red Ribbon: Dato' Seri Utama Haji Mohamad bin Hasan has given the idea to place a red ribbon written "EST. 1923" which means established since 1923. This red ribbon has white stripes on the sides, and the ribbon is placed at the bottom of the crest.

#### NSFC crest (2021–present)

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Negeri Sembilan previously used the crest of the Negeri Sembilan Football Association (PBNS). After being privatised in 2020, the Negeri Sembilan FC team started using the new crest after PBNS organised a competition to create a logo for Negeri Sembilan FC. The competition was won by the logo designed by Azral Ramlay, which has been used by the team since 2020.[74]

Rice Stalks: The main crest displays nine white rice stalks tied with red rope into one in the middle, symbolising the nine states in the old Negeri Sembilan: [75] Jelai, Jelebu, Johol, Kelang (now part of Selangor), Naning (now part of Malacca), Rembau, Segamat-Pasir Besar, Sungei Ujong, and Ulu Pahang. This logo also maintains the use of rice stalks as in the logo of the Negeri Sembilan Football Association (PBNS), which was established in 1923, but improvises by tying all the rice stalks into a symbol of unity.

Circle: The basic shape, which is a golden yellow circle in the royal color, symbolises the strong unity between the team, players, supporters, and the people of Negeri Sembilan who are together within the Negeri Sembilan Traditional Land under the auspices of D.Y.M.M. Yang Di-Pertuan Besar Negeri Sembilan Darul Khusus.

Escutcheon: The escutcheon of the arms is depicted as an Old French shield outlined in black. The three basic colours of Negeri Sembilan on the shield symbolise all the people, players, and supporters coming together to protect and defend their beloved team from being damaged by the enemy, along with the lyrics of the Negeri Sembilan song, "Musuhnya Habis Binasa" (English: "His enemies perished").

### Colours and kits history

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#### Colours

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Red, yellow and black: Negeri Sembilan uses three colours from the state flag of Negeri Sembilan as its official colours. The colours have been used on the crest and team kits since its establishment. Based on the flag, the yellow represents the Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan, the black symbolises the four undangs (traditional chiefs), and the red denotes the citizens of the state. However, in the context of the football team, these three colours have their own meaning: yellow represents the team, black symbolises the players, and red denotes the supporters. [76]

#### Kits history

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Mostly, the team uses red as the dominant colour for the home kit with the addition of some yellow and black colors, while for the away kit, the dominant colour is yellow with the addition of some red and black colors. Sometimes the team reverses yellow as the home kit colour and red as the away kit colour; this depends on the agreement between the team and the kit manufacturer as well as the conditions of the competing league's management. As for the team's third kit, there are several dominant colour variations, such as white, blue, and black.

Notes: To view kits from 1990–present, see Negeri Sembilan seasons. Years  | Kit sponsors  | Home  | Away  | Third

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1980  | Umbro | Red

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1981  | N/A | Yellow

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1985  | Schwarzenbach  | Red

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1986  | Diadora | Red

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1987  | Diadora | Red

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1988  | Diadora | Red

| Yellow

1989  | Puma | Red

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1990 | Mizuno | White  |  |
1991 | Mizuno | White  | Yellow  | —
1992 | Mizuno | White  | Red  | —
1993 | Adidas | White  | Yellow  | —
1994 | Adidas | White  | Yellow  | Red
1995 | Adidas | White  | Yellow  |
1996 | Adidas | Red  | Yellow  |
1997 | Adidas | Red  | Yellow  | Black & White
1998 | Adidas | White  | Red  | Black & White
1999 | Adidas | White & Red  | Blue  |
2000 | Mizuno | Red  | White  | Blue/Green
2001 | Line 7  | Red  | Blue  | —
2002 | Line 7  | Red[a] |  |
J-King  | Red  |  |
2003 | J-King  | Red  | White  |
2004 | J-King  | Red  | White  | Blue
2005 | Lotto | Red  | Yellow  | —
2005–06 | Lotto | Red[b] | White[c] | —
2006–07 | Lotto | Red[d] | Blue[e] | —
Kappa | Red  | White  | —
2007–08 | Kappa | Red  | White  | —
2009 | Kappa | Red  | White  | Yellow[f]
2010 | Kappa | Yellow[g] | Red[h] | Blue
2011 | Lotto | Yellow  | Red  | —
2012 | Lotto | Yellow  | Red  | Blue
2013 | Lotto | Yellow  | Blue  | —
2014 | Kika  | Yellow  | Red  | Blue
2015 | Kappa | Yellow  | Red  | Blue
2016 | Mizuno | Yellow  | Red  | Blue
2017 | Mizuno | Yellow  | Red  | Blue
2018 | AL Sports  | Yellow  | Red  | White
2019 | Rhino SEA  | Yellow  | Red  | White
2020 | Admiral | Yellow  | Red  | White
2021 | Kaki Jersi  | Red  | Yellow  | White
2022 | Kaki Jersi  | Red  | Yellow  | Black[i]
2023 | Kelme | Red  | Yellow  | —
2024–25 | Kelme | Red  | Blue  | Yellow[j]
2025–26 | Warrix | Red  | Yellow  | —

## Supporters

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Negeri Sembilan has a big fanbase in every corner of Negeri Sembilan. It is no exception that there are fans from abroad who support and follow the progress of the Negeri Sembilan team. Negeri Sembilan fans have gone through a period of highs and lows with the team when they were often relegated and promoted. The loyalty of the fans was tested when the team was relegated to the 2nd-tier league and had a disappointing season, but that paid off when the team made it to the top flight and managed to win several trophies. In 2011, Negeri Sembilan once set a record for the average number of supporters attending, which was around 20,000 and above, from the start of the Malaysia Cup campaign until the final round against Terengganu. In the semi-final against T-Team, more than 40,000 fans filled the Paroi Stadium.[77]

### Chants and banners

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Like other teams, Negeri Sembilan has several chants that are chanted by fans. The most popular chant is "Hobin jang hobin" (English:"Strike lad strike"), which is a trademark of Negeri Sembilan team. There are also a number of chants and banners use by Negeri Sembilan fans, including "Ini Paroi jangan main" (English: "This is Paroi don't underestimate"), "Akan berkati sekalian yang setia" (English: "Will bless all the devotees"), "Musuhnya habis binasa," (English:"His enemies perished"), "Buffalo souljah," and many more. In addition, there are also some mainstream songs that are made by popular Malaysian singers, especially for the Negeri Sembilan team, including "Hobin Jang Hobin by Poe" and "Lagu Bola by WARIS".[78]

There is a very popular chant created by the supporters of Negeri Sembilan, the Ultras Nogori. The chant is called "Sehati Sejiwa" and has been used by most ultras in Malaysia until it was brought to the international level to be used by Ultras Malaya. The lyrics of the chant are as follows:

> "Kami turun ke stadium sehati sejiwa
> Kami turun ke stadium sehati sejiwa
> Ne..ge..ri
> Ne..ge..ri
> Sehati sejiwa"

### Fan clubs

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There are several fan clubs that have been established since the early 2000s and still exist today. There are those who simply started as supporters at the stadium, and there are those who create fan pages on social media. This is the list of fan clubs for the Negeri Sembilan team.[79]

* Ultras Nogori 9 (UN9)
* UltraJang
* Kelab e-Penyokong Bola Sepak Negeri Sembilan (N9FUTBOL.COM)
* [PSNS] Penyokong Setia Negeri Sembilan
* Soker K-N9
* State of Nine FC
* The Jangs
* Otai N9 Bola Fans
* Nogori Supporters
* Negeri Sembilan Selatan
* PD Pirates
* Info Bola Sepak Negeri Sembilan(Kelab Penyokong)
* Soghomban Corefront - SCF
* Seberang Grandstand - atas
* STATE of NINE - SYS
* Negeri Nine
* Naning Media
* Black Blood Boys
* Moncheh Black Armour
* Team N9FC
* Nismilan - 1923

## Grounds

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Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium – the current home of Negeri Sembilan FC #  | Stadium  | Year

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1  | Seremban Municipal Council Field (Padang Stesyen)  | 1940s–1982
2  | Kuala Pilah Stadium (interim)  | 1982
3  | Seremban Municipal Council Stadium (Padang Stesyen)  | 1982–1992
4  | Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium  | 1992–present

* 1940s–1982: Seremban Municipal Council Field

Around the 1940s, Negeri Sembilan started playing at Seremban Municipal Council Field (Malay: Padang Majlis Perbandaran Seremban) since it was built by the British Resident of Negeri Sembilan, John Vincent Cowgill, in the early 1940. Seremban Municipal Council Field, or better known as Padang Stesyen (English: Station Field) because it was located next to the Seremban railway station, has a sweet history for Negeri Sembilan since it was the first venue where the HMS Malaya Cup was lifted by the team. In the beginning, this field did not have seating facilities, and spectators only sat on the sides of the field. In 1960, after Independence Day, this field was upgraded by building 500 seats that can accommodate about 5,000 people.

In 1973, Padang Stesyen was upgraded to allow the field to be used for the Field Hockey World Cup in 1975, when Malaysia was chosen as the host country and Padang Stesyen became one of the competition venues. At this time the seats were increased to 5,000 uncovered seats, which made Padang Stesyen famous at the time due to the good pitch conditions for a world-class tournament.

* 1982: Kuala Pilah Stadium

Kuala Pilah Mini Stadium, or Kuala Pilah Stadium, was used as the temporary home ground of the Negeri Sembilan team in 1982. The stadium located in Kuala Pilah was used because Padang Stesyen was being upgraded at that time.

* 1982–1992: Seremban Municipal Council Stadium

In 1982, Padang Stesyen was upgraded by the Negeri Sembilan government due to Seremban being upgraded as a city. This also caused the name of the field to be changed to Seremban Municipal Council Stadium (Malay: Stadium Majlis Perbandaran Seremban). The Negeri Sembilan team reused this field as their home ground until 1992, when that was the last year the team used the stadium, and it became the starting point for the revival of the Negeri Sembilan team. This iconic stadium was later demolished to make way for the development of Seremban and construction of a shopping centre in 1993.

* 1992: Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium

Main article: Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium

The Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium (STAR) (Malay: Stadium Tuanku Abdul Rahman), also known by its informal name Stadium Paroi and nickname "The STAR of Paroi," is a multi-purpose stadium in Paroi, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia. Inaugurated in 1992, the stadium initially held a capacity of 20,000 people. Negeri Sembilan has been using the STAR as their home ground since 1992, and this stadium has been the place where various glorious histories of the Negeri Sembilan team were created. The stadium is named in honour of Tuanku Abdul Rahman ibni Almarhum Tuanku Muhammad, the eighth Yamtuan Besar of Seri Menanti, the second Yamtuan Besar of modern-day Negeri Sembilan, and the first Yang di-Pertuan Agong of Malaysia. In 2004, the capacity of the stadium had been upgraded to 45,000 people for the hosting of the 2004 Sukma Games.

## Honours

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Negeri Sembilan have won 9 major trophies.

Negeri Sembilan honours  Type  | Competition  | Titles  | Seasons

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|
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Domestic | Malaysia Super League | 1 | 2005–06
Semi-Pro League 2 / Premier League | 2 | 1991, 2021
Malaysia Cup | 3 | 1948, 2009, 2011
Malaysia FA Cup | 2 | 2003, 2010
Malaysia Charity Cup | 1 | 2012

Source:[80]

### Malaysia Super League

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* Champions of 2005–06 Malaysia Super League

Negeri Sembilan won their first-ever Malaysia Super League title in the 2005–06 season under coach K. Devan. The team showed consistent performance throughout the campaign, finishing ahead of strong rivals like Perlis and Selangor. Key players such as Rezal Zambery Yahya, Shukor Adan, and Christian Bekamenga played crucial roles in securing the title. Their success was built on tactical discipline, a strong defence, and effective teamwork. The title marked a historic achievement for the club and elevated their status in Malaysian football.[42]

### Malaysia Premier League / Semi-Pro League 2

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* Champions of 1991 Malaysia Semi-Pro Division 2 League

Negeri Sembilan won the 1991 Semi-Pro League Division 2 title after a tense title race with Sarawak, their closest rival for the top spot. On 18 August, both teams met in a decisive final match, with Negeri Sembilan needing only a draw and Sarawak requiring a win to leapfrog them. The match ended 2–2, enough to crown Negeri Sembilan as champions and earn promotion to Division 1. Key players included Miroslav Bozik, Robert Bozik, Marian Valach, Richard Scully, and Nazari Hussein.[33]

* Champions of 2021 Malaysia Premier League

Negeri Sembilan won the 2021 Malaysia Premier League under coach K. Devan, securing promotion to the Super League after a 4–2 win over PDRM on the final day. Led by captain Zaquan Adha, the team showed strong performances throughout the season, with key contributions from players like Alain Akono and Bae Beom-geun. The title ended their long wait for a major honour and marked a successful return to top-tier football.[81]

### Malaysia Cup

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* Champions of 1948 Malaysia Cup vs Selangor

Negeri Sembilan’s first Malaysia Cup (then known as the Malaya Cup) triumph came in 1948, when they defeated Selangor 4–2 in the final held at the Selangor Club Padang. It was a historic victory as it marked the state’s first major success in Malayan football, led by a team of local talents in the post-war era.[20]

* Champions of 2009 Malaysia Cup vs Kelantan FA

The second title came 61 years later in 2009, when Negeri Sembilan lifted the Malaysia Cup after a 3–1 win over Kelantan at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium. Led by coach Wan Jamak Wan Hassan, the team was inspired by key players such as Zaquan Adha, Aidil Zafuan, and Hairuddin Omar, who scored in the final. The win ended a decades-long wait and sparked major celebrations among their supporters.[43]

* Champions of 2011 Malaysia Cup vs Kelantan FA

Negeri Sembilan claimed their third Malaysia Cup title in 2011, once again defeating Kelantan, this time 2–1 in the final. Under coach Azraai Khor, the team made a dramatic comeback after trailing 0–1, with goals from S. Kunalan and Hairuddin Omar securing the win. The 2011 victory confirmed Negeri Sembilan's resurgence as one of the country’s top teams in the modern era.[46]

### Malaysia FA Cup

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* Champions of 2003 Malaysia FA Cup vs Perlis FA

Negeri Sembilan won their first Malaysia FA Cup title in 2003 after defeating Perlis 1–0 in the final. The closely contested match was decided by a goal from Khairul Anuar Baharom, giving Negeri Sembilan their maiden FA Cup triumph and a major boost in the early 2000s era.[37]

* Champions of 2010 Malaysia FA Cup vs Kelantan FA

The second FA Cup title came in 2010, when Negeri Sembilan edged Kelantan 5–4 in a dramatic penalty shootout after a goalless draw in the final. Goalkeeper Farizal Marlias was the hero of the night, making key saves in the shootout to secure the victory. The win added another major trophy to the team's growing list of honours during a successful period in the late 2000s.[45]

### Malaysia Charity Cup

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* Champions of 2012 Malaysia Charity Cup vs Kelantan FA

Negeri Sembilan won the 2012 Malaysia Charity Cup (Piala Sumbangsih) after defeating Liga Super champions Kelantan 2–1. The match marked the curtain-raiser for the 2012 Malaysian football season and showcased Negeri Sembilan’s strong momentum following their 2011 Malaysia Cup triumph. Goals from Shahurain Abu Samah and Jean-Emmanuel Effa Owona sealed the victory, giving the team their first ever Charity Cup title.[48]

## Chairmans

[edit]

List of Negeri Sembilan Football Association (PBNS) presidents.

Date  | Name  | Note

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|

1969–1978  |  Wan Salaidin Wan Ismail |
1978–1982  |  Tan Sri Dato' Seri Utama Dr. Rais bin Yatim |
1982–2004  |  Tan Sri Mohd Isa Bin Abdul Samad |
2004–2018  |  Datuk Seri Mohamad Haji Hassan |
2018–present  |  Tunku Syed Razman ibni al-Marhum Tunku Syed 'Idrus al-Qadri | Who also serves as Chairman of NSFC from 2021–2025

List of Negeri Sembilan Football Club (NSFC) chairmans.

Date  | Name  | Note

|
|

2021–2025  |  Tunku Syed Razman ibni al-Marhum Tunku Syed 'Idrus al-Qadri | Who also serves as the President of PBNS since 2018
2025–present  |  YAB Dato' Seri Utama Haji Aminuddin Harun |

## Coaches

[edit]

List of Negeri Sembilan FC (NSFC) coaches/managers.

Tenure  | Coach  | Notes

|
|

1981–1982  |  Tony Chia |
1983–1984  |  Zainuddin Hussein | 13th in 1983 Liga Malaysia
9th in 1984 Liga Malaysia
1985–1986  |  Tony Chia[k] | 12th in 1985 Liga Malaysia
15th in 1986 Liga Malaysia
1987  |  Manilton Santos | 16th in 1987 Liga Malaysia
Tony Chia[l]
1988–1989  |  Zainuddin Hussein | 10th in 1988 Liga Malaysia
1989  |  M. Kuppan[m] | 7th in 1989 Liga Semi-Pro 2 (1st season in Liga Semi-Pro 2)
1990–1991  |  Ruslan Yaakob | 3rd in 1990 Liga Semi-Pro 2
Led 1990 FA Cup until 1st round
Champions of 1991 Liga Semi-Pro 2
Led 1991 Malaysia Cup until group stage
Led 1991 FA Cup until 1st round
1992–1993  |  Josef Herel | 3rd in 1992 Liga Semi-Pro 1 (1st season in Liga Semi-Pro 1)
Led 1992 Malaysia Cup until group stage
Led 1992 FA Cup until 1st round
10th in 1993 Liga Semi-Pro 1
Led 1992 FA Cup until semi-finals
1994–1998  |  M. Karathu | 12th in 1994 Liga Perdana (1st season in Liga Perdana)
11th in 1995 Liga Perdana
3rd in 1996 Liga Perdana
Led 1996 Malaysia Cup until group stage
7th in 1997 Liga Perdana
Led 1997 Malaysia Cup until group stage
Led 1997 FA Cup until quarter-finals
9th in 1998 Liga Perdana 1 (1st season in Liga Perdana 1)
Led 1998 Malaysia Cup until semi-finals
Led 1998 FA Cup until 2nd round
1999  |  Irfan Bakti Abu Salim | 3rd in 1999 Liga Perdana 1
Led 1999 Malaysia Cup until semi-finals
Led 1999 FA Cup until semi-finals
2000–2002  |  Mohd Zaki Sheikh Ahmad | 6th in 2000 Liga Perdana 1
Runner-up of 2000 Malaysia Cup
Led 2000 FA Cup until quarter-finals
8th in 2001 Liga Perdana 1
Led 2001 Malaysia Cup until 3rd round
Led 2001 FA Cup until quarter-finals
14th in 2002 Liga Perdana 1 (relegated to Liga Perdana 2)
Led 2002 FA Cup until 2nd round
2003–2006  |  K. Devan | 2nd in 2003 Liga Perdana 2 (1st season in Liga Perdana 2)
Led 2003 Malaysia Cup until group stage
Champions of 2003 FA Cup
4th in 2004 Premier League (1st season in Malaysia Premier League)
Led 2004 AFC Cup until group stage
Led 2004 Malaysia Cup until quarter-finals
Led 2004 FA Cup until quarter-finals
Runner-up of 2004 Charity Shield
Champions of 2005–06 Super League (1st season in Malaysia Super League)
Led 2006 Malaysia Cup until group stage
Led 2006 FA Cup until 1st round
2006–2007  |  Hatem Souissi | 11th in 2006–07 Super League
Led 2007 AFC Cup until group stage
Led 2007 Malaysia Cup until quarter-finals
Led 2007 FA Cup until 2nd round
2007–2011  |  Wan Jamak Wan Hassan | 2nd in 2007–08 Super League
Led 2008 Malaysia Cup until group stage
Led 2008 FA Cup until 2nd round
7th in 2009 Super League
Champions of 2009 Malaysia Cup
Led 2009 FA Cup until semi-finals
6th in 2010 Super League
Runner-up of 2010 Malaysia Cup
Champions of 2010 FA Cup
Runner-up of 2010 Charity Shield
N/A(matchday 7) in 2011 Super League (last match on 12 March 2011)[82]
Led 2011 FA Cup until 2nd round
2011–2012  |  Azraai Khor[n] | 8th in 2011 Super League
Champions of 2011 Malaysia Cup
6th in 2012 Super League
Led 2012 Malaysia Cup until quarter-finals
Led 2012 FA Cup until 1st round
Champions of 2012 Charity Shield
2013  |  Divaldo Alves | 12th(matchday 16) in 2013 Super League (last match on 10 May 2013)[84]
Led 2013 FA Cup until quarter-finals
Ridzuan Abu Shah[o] | 12th in 2013 Super League (relegated to Premier League)
Led 2013 Malaysia Cup until group stage
2014  |  V. Sundramoorthy | 6th in 2014 Premier League
Led 2014 Malaysia Cup until play-off
Led 2014 FA Cup until 1st round
2015  |  K. Devan[p] | 6th in 2015 Premier League
Led 2015 Malaysia Cup until play-off
Led 2015 FA Cup until 2nd round
2016  |  Gary Michael Phillips | 4th in 2016 Premier League
Led 2016 Malaysia Cup until quarter-finals
Led 2016 FA Cup until 3rd round
2017  |  Asri Ninggal | 5th in 2017 Premier League (promoted to Super League)
Led 2017 Malaysia Cup until group stage
Led 2017 FA Cup until semi-finals
2018  |  Jörg Steinebrunner | 11th(matchday 4) in 2018 Super League (last match on 23 February 2018)[86]
Azraai Khor[q] | 12th(matchday 9) in 2018 Super League (last match on 5 May 2018)[88]
Led 2018 FA Cup until 2nd round
Mário Lemos[r] | 12th in 2018 Super League (relegated to Premier League)
Led 2018 Challenge Cup until group stage
2019  |  Mat Zan Mat Aris | 4th in 2019 Premier League
Led 2019 Malaysia Cup until group stage
Led 2019 FA Cup until 2nd round
2020  |  Sazali Saidon | 11th in 2020 Premier League
Led 2020 Malaysia Cup until group stage
Led 2020 FA Cup until 2nd round
2021–2023  |  K. Devan [s] | Champions of 2021 Premier League (promoted to Super League)
Led 2021 Malaysia Cup until group stage
4th in 2022 Super League
Led 2022 Malaysia Cup until quarter-finals
Led 2022 FA Cup until 1st round
9th in 2023 Super League
Led 2023 Malaysia Cup until round of 16
Led 2023 FA Cup until quarter-finals
2024  |  Azzmi Aziz | 12th(matchday 8) in 2024–25 Super League (last match on 11 August 2024)[90]
Led 2024 FA Cup until round of 16
2024–2025  |  K. Nanthakumar[t] | 12th in 2024–25 Super League
Led 2024–25 Malaysia Cup until quarter-finals
2025–present  |  Nidzam Jamil |

## Captains

[edit]

List of Negeri Sembilan FC (NSFC) captains and vice-captains.

Dates  | Captains  | Vice-captains

|
|

1992  |  Mohd Noor Yaakob  |
1993  |  Miroslav Bozik |
1994  |  |
1995  |  |
1996  |  Zami Mohd Noor |  Rosli Omar
1997
1998  |  Khairil Zainal  |  B. Rajinikandh
1999  |  Khairul Anuar Baharom
2000  |
2001  |
2002  |
2003  |  B. Rajinikandh
2004
2005  |  Anuar Jusoh
2005–06
2006–07
2007–08  |  Rezal Zambery Yahya |
2009  |  Shukor Adan
2010
2011  |  Shukor Adan |  Aidil Zafuan
2012  |  Norhafiz Zamani Misbah
2013  |  Norhafiz Zamani Misbah |  Rashid Mahmud
2014  |  Mohd Fauzi Nan
2015  |  Rezal Zambery Yahya
2016  |  Taylor Regan |  Mohd Nasriq Baharom
2017  |  Mohd Nasriq Baharom |  Annas Rahmat
2018  |  Kim Do-heon |  Fauzan Dzulkifli
2019  |  Norhafiz Zamani Misbah |  Osman Yusoff
2020  |  Kaharuddin Rahman
2021  |  Zaquan Adha |  Annas Rahmat
2022  |  Nasrullah Haniff
2023
2024–25  |  Nasrullah Haniff |  Annas Rahmat[u]
2025–26  |  Khuzaimi Piee |

## Notable players

[edit]

This list features notable current and former players who have made significant contributions to the team, including key figures in its success, national team representatives, fan favourites, long-serving legends, and those who played a major role in the team’s revival.

Years  | Players  | Achievement  | Seasons

|
|
|

1940s  |  Kwan Soon Teck | HMS Malaya Cup | 1948
1950s  |  Mok Wai Hong |  |
1970s  |  Burhanuddin Joned |  |
1978–1986, 1988–1989  |  B. Sathianathan |  |
1991–1993  |  Miroslav Bozik | Liga Semi-Pro 2 | 1991
Kings Gold Cup | 1992
1991–1994  |  Robert Bozik | Liga Semi-Pro 2 | 1991
Kings Gold Cup | 1992
1991, 1994  |  Marian Valach | Liga Semi-Pro 2 | 1991
1992  |  Lim Teong Kim | Kings Gold Cup | 1992
1992–1999  |  Faizal Zainal | Kings Gold Cup | 1992
1992–1999, 2002  |  Khairil Zainal | Kings Gold Cup | 1992
1990s  |  Yeo Swee Hock | Kings Gold Cup | 1992
1993–2001, 2003–2010  |  Ching Hong Aik | Malaysia Cup | 2009
Super League | 2005–06
FA Cup | 2003, 2010
1994–1999, 2003–2006  |  B. Rajinikandh[92][93][94] | FA Cup | 2003
Super League | 2005–06
1994, 1998–2001, 2012–2013  |  Mohd Hamsani Ahmad | Charity Cup | 2012
1995–1997  |  Azmi Mohamed |  |
1996  |  Jose Iriarte |  |
1996–1998  |  Othman Katmon |  |
1996–1998  |  Gus Cerro |  |
1996–2002  |  Zami Mohd Noor |  |
1996–2001, 2007–2008  |  Yazid Yassin |  |
1990s  |  Rosli Omar |  |
1998  |  Scott Ollerenshaw |  |
1998–1999  |  Ahmad Shahrul Azhar |  |
1998–2004, 2007–2009  |  Efendi Abdul Malek | Malaysia Cup | 2009
FA Cup | 2003
1999–2006  |  Khairul Anuar Baharom | Super League | 2005–06
FA Cup | 2003
Best defender | 2005–06
2000–2001, 2003  |  Azman Adnan | FA Cup | 2003
2000–2004, 2011–2014, 2019–2020  |  Norhafiz Zamani Misbah | Malaysia Cup | 2011
Charity Cup | 2012
FA Cup | 2003
Best defender | 2011
2000–2001, 2009–2012  |  Shukor Adan | Malaysia Cup | 2009, 2011
FA Cup | 2010
Charity Cup | 2012
2001–2004  |  K. Rajan | FA Cup | 2003
2002–2010  |  Mohd Rahman Zabul | Malaysia Cup | 2009
FA Cup | 2003, 2010
Super League | 2005–06
2003  |  Everson Martinelli | FA Cup | 2003
2003–2007  |  Anuar Jusoh | Super League | 2005–06
FA Cup | 2003
2004–2006  |  Christian Bekamenga | Super League | 2005–06
Best foreign player | 2005–06
2004–2007  |  Azizon Abdul Kadir | Super League | 2005–06
2005–2010  |  K. Thanaraj | Malaysia Cup | 2009
FA Cup | 2010
Super League | 2005–06
2005–2011  |  Aidil Zafuan | Malaysia Cup | 2009, 2011
FA Cup | 2010
Super League | 2005–06
Best defender | 2009, 2010
2005–2013  |  Idris Abdul Karim | Malaysia Cup | 2009, 2011
FA Cup | 2010
Super League | 2005–06
Charity Cup | 2012
2005–2010, 2015  |  Rezal Zambery Yahya | Malaysia Cup | 2009
FA Cup | 2010
Super League | 2005–06
2005–2011, 2021–2023  |  Zaquan Adha | Malaysia Cup | 2009, 2011
FA Cup | 2010
Super League | 2005–06
Premier League | 2021
Territory Minister Cup  | 2022
Best young player | 2006–07
2006–2007  |  Liew Kit Kong |  |
2007–2012  |  S. Kunanlan | Malaysia Cup | 2009, 2011
FA Cup | 2010
Charity Cup | 2012
2007–2013, 2020  |  Shahurain Abu Samah | Malaysia Cup | 2009, 2011
FA Cup | 2010
Charity Cup | 2012
2007–2011  |  Farizal Harun | Malaysia Cup | 2009, 2011
FA Cup | 2010
2007–2014  |  Tengku Qayyum | Malaysia Cup | 2009, 2011
FA Cup | 2010
Charity Cup | 2012
2008–2014, 2019–2021  |  Abdul Halim Zainal | Malaysia Cup | 2009, 2011
FA Cup | 2010
Charity Cup | 2012
Premier League | 2021
2009, 2011  |  Hairuddin Omar | Malaysia Cup | 2009, 2011
2009–2014  |  Alif Samsudin | Malaysia Cup | 2009, 2011
FA Cup | 2010
Charity Cup | 2012
2009–2023  |  Kaharuddin Rahman | Malaysia Cup | 2009, 2011
FA Cup | 2010
Charity Cup | 2012
Premier League | 2021
Territory Minister Cup  | 2022
Kings Gold Cup | 2015
2011–2012  |  Farizal Marlias | Malaysia Cup | 2011
Charity Cup | 2012
2012, 2014  |  Jean-Emmanuel Effa Owona | Charity Cup | 2012
MSL golden boot | 2012
2015  |  Francis Doe | Kings Gold Cup | 2015
MPL golden boot | 2015
2018–2019, 2022  |  Syihan Hazmi | Best goalkeeper | 2022

## Foreign players

[edit]

See also: List of Negeri Sembilan FC records and statistics § Foreign players

Foreign players were officially allowed in Malaysian football starting in 1989 with the introduction of the Semi-Pro League, which marked the beginning of a regulated quota system. However, some teams had already fielded foreign players in the early to mid-1980s, though not under a formal structure governed by the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM). Prior to 1989, these signings were often short-term or unofficial. The foreign player ban from 2009 to 2011 was lifted in 2012, and the quota has since gradually expanded.[95]

List of overseas players who currently and previously played for the club on a permanent transfer and on loan.

Nat | Flag  | Year  | Pos | Name  | Age | Ref

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|
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|
|
|

Angola  |  | 2007  | FW  | Freddy | 28  |
Argentina  |  | 1996–1997  | FW  | Jose Iriarte | 30  |
1997  | FW  | Julio Hector Ceballos |  |
2003  | MF  | Luciano Osmar | 25  |
2007  | MF  | Raul Daniel Cojan |  |
2013  | FW  | Emanuel de Porras | 32  |
2015  | FW  | Bruno Martelotto | 33  |
2018  | FW  | Nicolás Vélez | 28  |
Australia  |  | 1994  | MF  | Pedro Ricoy | 28  |
1996–1998  | MF  | Gustavo Cerro | 27  |
1997  | FW  | Tristam Morgan |  |
1998  | FW  | Scott Ollerenshaw | 30  |
2006–2008  | DF  | Jason Williams | 25  |
2016  | FW  | Andrew Nabbout | 24  |
FW  | Joel Chianese | 26  |
2018  | DF  | Taylor Regan | 28  |
Bosnia and Herzegovina  |  | 2025–present  | FW  | Jovan Motika | 26  |
Brazil  |  | 1997  | MF  | Airton Andrioli | 32  |
1998  | DF  | Pedro Paulo Oliveira | 31  |
2003  | FW  | Everson Martinelli | 25  |
2013  | FW  | Fábio Leandro Barbosa  | 35  |
2016  | FW  | Henrique | 31  |
2018  | DF  | Alex Moraes | 30  |
MF  | Flávio Beck Júnior | 31  |
2019–2020  | DF  | Matheus Vila | 27  |
FW  | Almir | 34  |
FW  | Igor Luiz | 30  |
2021  | DF  | Fernando Barbosa | 29  |
DF  | Arthur Cunha | 31  |
MF  | Diogo Campos | 31  |
FW  | Rafinha | 31  |
2022  | FW  | Matheus Alves | 29  |
FW  | Gustavo | 26  |
2023  | MF  | Vinicius Leonel | 26  |
FW  | Casagrande | 33  |
2024–2025  | FW  | Ricardo Pires | 37  |
Cameroon  |  | 2004–2006  | FW  | Christian Bekamenga | 18  |
2005  | FW  | Anicet Eyenga | 19  |
2012, 2014  | FW  | Jean-Emmanuel Effa Owona | 29  |
2013  | DF  | William Modibo | 34  |
2021  | FW  | Alain Akono | 25  |
Croatia  |  | 2014  | FW  | Ivan Babić | 30  |
2017  | FW  | Marko Šimić | 29  |
Czech Republic  |  | 1992  | FW  | Milan Hanko | 27  |
2007  | FW  | Vítězslav Mooc | 29  |
England  |  | 1986  | MF  | Nicky Walsh[v] |  |
MF  | Carl Hoddle[w] | 19  |
2017  | MF  | Lee Tuck | 29  |
Equartorial Guinea  |  | 2025–present  | DF  | Luis Enrique Nsue | 27  |
France  |  | 2016–2017  | FW  | Goran Jerković | 30  |
2017  | FW  | Jonathan Béhé | 28  |
2022–2023  | DF  | Hérold Goulon | 34  |
Gabon  |  | 2023  | MF  | Lévy Madinda[x] | 31  |
Ghana  |  | 2022  | MF  | David Mawutor | 30  |
2025–present  | MF  | Alex Agyarkwa[y] | 24  |
2025–present  | FW  | Joseph Esso | 28  |
Haiti  |  | 2014–2015  | MF  | Jean Alexandre | 28  |
Italy  |  | 2024–2025  | MF  | Sebastian Avanzini | 29  |
Japan  |  | 2017  | FW  | Bruno Suzuki | 27  |
2019–2020  | MF  | Shunsuke Nakatake | 29  |
2024–present  | MF  | Takumi Sasaki | 25  | [96]
2025–present  | MF  | Mio Tsuneyasu[z] | 23  |
Kenya  |  | 2007  | FW  | Eric Muranda | 25  |
Laos  |  | 2018  | FW  | Prak Mony Udom | 24  |
Latvia  |  | 2018  | DF  | Renārs Rode | 29  |
Liberia  |  | 1995  | DF  | Nathaniel Naplah | 21  |
2006  | FW  | Buston Nagbe Browne | 21  |
2015  | FW  | Francis Forkey Doe | 30  |
Myanmar  |  | 2023–2025  | FW  | Hein Htet Aung[aa] | 21  |
2025–present  | MF  | Wai Lin Aung  | 26  |
Netherland  |  | 2007  | MF  | Pascal Heije | 28  |
Nigeria  |  | 2004  | GK  | Cajetan Ndubuisi Oparaugo |  |
FW  | Abdulrazak Ekpoki | 22  |
FW  | Alfred Effiong | 20  |
2005  | MF  | Lateef Seriki | 26  |
2007  | MF  | Julius Ejueyitsi | 23  |
2008  | FW  | Udo Fortune | 20  |
2024–2025  | DF  | Aliyu Abubakar | 27  |
Palestine  |  | 2022  | MF  | Yashir Pinto | 31  |
Philippines  |  | 2018–2019  | FW  | Ángel Guirado | 34  |
2022  | MF  | Omid Nazari | 31  |
Russia  |  | 2016  | FW  | Dmitri Sychev | 33  |
Saint Vincent  |  | 2005–2006  | FW  | Shandel Samuel | 23  |
Senegal  |  | 2024–2025  | MF  | Jacque Faye | 29  | [97]
Serbia  |  | 2017  | DF  | Nemanja Vidić | 26  |
Sierra Leone  |  | 2008  | MF  | Lamin Conteh | 32  |
2019  | FW  | Thomas Koroma | 26  |
Singapore  |  | 1989  | FW  | R. Suriamurthy | 31  |
2018  | DF  | Madhu Mohana | 27  |
2023  | MF  | Safuwan Baharudin | 32  |
Slovakia  |  | 1991–1993  | DF  | Miroslav Bôžik | 32  |
1991–1994  | MF  | Robert Bôžik | 27  |
1991, 1994  | FW  | Marian Valach | 27  |
2007–2008  | DF  | Marián Juhás | 28  |
2012  | DF  | Marian Farbák | 29  |
2014  | FW  | Jozef Kapláň | 28  |
South Africa  |  | 2014–2015  | FW  | Philani Kubheka | 35  |
South Korea  |  | 2014–2015  | MF  | Kim Jin-yong | 32  |
2018  | MF  | Kim Do-heon | 36  |
2021  | MF  | Bae Beom-geun | 28  |
2024–2025  | FW  | Lee Kwang-hui | 24  |
2024–present  | MF  | An Sang-su | 24  | [98]
Spain  |  | 1990  | FW  | Juan Manu Olsson |  |
2023  | FW  | Youssef Ezzejjari | 30  |
2024  | FW  | Mika | 31  | [99]
Switzerland  |  | 2016  | DF  | Kevin Günter[ab] | 22  |
Thailand  |  | 1989  | MF  | Likit Sanatong |  |
FW  | Chatchaval Kenjanahoot |  |
Togo  |  | 2021  | FW  | Francis Koné | 31  |
2022  | FW  | Kossi Adetu | 27  |
United States  |  | 2016  | MF  | Alex Smith | 31  |
Yugoslavia  |  | 1990  | FW  | Srdjan Delibasic |  |
1993  | FW  | Esad Sejdic |  |
Zambia  |  | 2006  | MF  | Noel Rodwell Mwandila | 24  |

## Loyal players

[edit]

Ching Hong Aik is the most loyal player for Negeri Sembilan, he have played for 17 years.

Name  | Nat | Years | Status  | Ref

|
|
|
|

Ching Hong Aik |  | 17 years  | Retired  | [100]
Kaharuddin Rahman |  | 15 years  | Retired  | [101]
Norhafiz Zamani Misbah |  | 11 years  | Coaching  |
Zaquan Adha |  | 10 years  | Retired  |
Efendi Abdul Malek |  | 10 years  | Coaching  |
B. Rajinikandh  |  | 10 years  | Retired  |
Abdul Halim Zainal |  | 10 years  | Active  |
B. Sathianathan |  | 9 years  | Deceased  |
Khairil Zainal  |  | 9 years  | Retired  |
Mohd Rahman Zabul |  | 9 years  | Retired  |
Idris Abdul Karim |  | 9 years  | Retired  |
Shahurain Abu Samah |  | 8 years  | Coaching  |
Khairul Anuar Baharom |  | 8 years  | Retired  |
Faizal Zainal |  | 8 years  | Retired  |
Tengku Qayyum |  | 8 years  | Retired  |

## Individual player awards

[edit]

### Golden Boot Award

[edit]

Leagues  | Seasons  | Players  | Goals

|
|
|

Malaysia Super League | 2012 |  Jean-Emmanuel Effa Owona | 15
Malaysia Premier League | 2005 |  Francis Doe | 17

### Other player awards

[edit]

Awards  | Seasons  | Players

|
|

Best Goalkeeper Award | 2022 |  Syihan Hazmi
Best Defender Award | 2005–06 |  Khairul Anuar Baharom
2009, 2010 |  Aidil Zafuan
2011 |  Norhafiz Zamani Misbah
Best Foreign Player | 2005–06 |  Christian Bekamenga
Best Young Player | 2006–07 |  Zaquan Adha

### Club's top goalscorers

[edit]

Seasons  | League  | All competitions

|
|

Players  | Goals  | Players  | Goals
2004 |  Shahrin Abdul Majid  | 11  |  Efendi Abdul Malek | 12
2005 |  Christian Bekamenga | 16  |  Christian Bekamenga | 21
2005–06 |  Christian Bekamenga | 8  |  Christian Bekamenga | 19
2006–07 |  Frederico Dos Santos | 9  |  Frederico Dos Santos | 13
2007–08 |  Zaquan Adha | 11  |  Zaquan Adha | 14
2009 |  Zaquan Adha | 11  |  Zaquan Adha | 23
2010 |  Zaquan Adha | 8  |  Zaquan Adha | 14
2011 |  Mohd Firdaus Azizul | 7  |  Hairuddin Omar | 11
2012 |  Jean-Emmanuel Effa Owona | 15  |  Jean-Emmanuel Effa Owona | 23
2013 |  Shahurain Abu Samah | 2  |  Fábio Leandro Barbosa  | 6
Rashid Mahmud
Nazrin Nawi
2014 |  Kim Jin-yong | 8  |  Kim Jin-yong | 8
2015 |  Francis Doe | 17  |  Francis Doe | 19
2016 |  Andrew Nabbout | 8  |  Andrew Nabbout | 9
2017 |  Bruno Suzuki | 11  |  Bruno Suzuki | 13
2018 |  Nicolás Vélez | 8  |  Flávio Júnior | 10
Flávio Júnior
2019 |  José Almir Barros Neto | 8  |  Igor Luiz | 12
2020 |  Igor Luiz | 5  |  Igor Luiz | 5
2021 |  Alain Akono | 9  |  Alain Akono | 9
2022 |  Gustavo | 11  |  Gustavo | 11
2023 |  Shahrel Fikri | 6  |  Shahrel Fikri | 7
Casagrande
2024–25 |  Jacque Faye  | 5  |  Selvan Anbualagan | 6

## Sponsors and partners

[edit]

Sponsorship is vital to Negeri Sembilan FC’s growth and competitiveness, providing essential financial support for operations, player development, and marketing. The club has been backed by notable sponsors such as Telekom Malaysia, Matrix Concepts, Yakult Malaysia, and local entities like Syarikat Air Negeri Sembilan (SAINS). Kit sponsorships over the years have included international brands like Adidas and Lotto, as well as local labels such as Kaki Jersi and J King. Since its privatisation in 2020, the club has adopted a more strategic approach to commercial partnerships, introducing sleeve sponsors as early as 2019 and, for the first time, a back sponsor in the 2024–25 season.[102]

### Sponsors

[edit]

Year  | Kit sponsor  | Sponsors

|
|

Main/Shirt  | Sleeve/Shoulder  | Back
Right  | Left
1990–1992  |  Mizuno | Dunhill / EON | —  | —  | —
1993  |  Adidas
1994–1999  | Dunhill
2000  |  Mizuno
2001  |  Line 7
2002–2004  |  J-King
2005  |  J-King
Lotto | TM Net
2005–2007  |  Lotto | TM / Naza
2007  |  Kappa
2009–2010  | TM
2011  |  Lotto | —
2012–2013  | Matrix Concept
2014  |  Kika
2015  |  Kappa
2016–2017  |  Mizuno
2018  |  AL Sports
2019  |  Rhino SEA | Visit Negeri Sembilan / Matrix Concept | SALAM Medical Centre | Negeri Roadstone
2020  |  Admiral | Negeri Roadstone | Gambir Emas
2021–2022  |  Kaki Jersi [103] | Gemencheh Granite
2023  |  Kelme[104]
2024–2025  | Matrix Concept/ Negeri Roadstone / MBI Negeri Sembilan | Seremban Engineering Berhad | NSFC Sport Physio Centre / IRC Negeri Sembilan
2025–present  |  Warrix[105]

### Official sponsors & partners information

[edit]

Years  | Sponsors/Partners  | Business types  | Contributions  | Contract

|
|
|
|

1991–1993  | EON | Dealership | Advertising on kit  | Expired
1993–1999  |  Adidas | Sportswear | Kit sponsor
2001  |  Line 7  | Sportswear | Kit sponsor
1991–2004  |  Dunhill | Tobacco | Advertising on kit
2004–2005  | J-King  | Sportswear | Kit sponsor
2005  | TM Net | Internet provider | Advertising on kit
2005–2008  | Naza | Conglomerate | Advertising on kit
2005–2010  | TM | Telco | Advertising on kit
2005–2007, 2011–2013  |  Lotto | Sportswear | Kit sponsor
2014  |  Kika  | Sportswear | Kit sponsor
2007–2010, 2015  |  Kappa | Sportswear | Kit sponsor
1991–1992, 2000, 2016–2017  |  Mizuno | Sportswear | Kit sponsor
2018  | AL Sports  | Sportswear | Kit sponsor
2018–2019  | Salam Medical Centre  | Health facility | Advertising on kit
2019  |  Rhino SEA  | Sportswear | Kit sponsor
Yakult | Beverage | Undisclosed
2019–2020  | Hashtag Media  | Media | Team Media
SAINS  | Water utility | Undisclosed
2020  |  Admiral | Sportswear | Kit sponsor
GD Holdings  | Real estate | Undisclosed
Carpet Prima  | Store  | Undisclosed
Gambir Emas  | Nutrition  | Advertising on kit
2021  | Careplus (M)  | Medical manufacturer  | Undisclosed
Urban Bash Sports  | Sports marketing | Undisclosed
Geomaju  | Real estate | Undisclosed
Poliklinik Raudhah Raisha  | Health facility | Medical facility
2021–2022  | Kaki Jersi  | Sportswear | Kit sponsor
Axis Physiotherapy & Fitness Studio  | Physio centre  | Physio facility
2019–2023  | Visit Negeri Sembilan | State council  | Advertising on kit
2023  | KL Kinetic  | Physio centre  | Physio facility
TMASIXPERT TRADING  | Printing  | Undisclosed
2023–2025  |  Kelme | Sportswear | Kit sponsor
2012–present  | Matrix Concept | Holding company | Advertising on kit  | Until May 2026
2019–present  | Negeri Roadstone  | Quarry | Advertising on kit
Kapten Gym  | Gym centre  | Gym facility
2020, 2024–present  | ATF Sport Taping  | Sports  | Provide sports equipment
2021–present  | Gemencheh Granite  | Quarry | Advertising on kit
2022, 2024–present  | IRC Negeri Sembilan  | Sport facility  | Advertising on kit
2023–present  | ABSTRAX  | Clothing | Undisclosed
UH Medical Solutions  | Medical  | Medical facility
KR Tour & Travel  | Travel agency | Transportation
One XOX  | Telco | Advertising
2024–present  | Cobra Gym  | Gym centre  | Gym facility for U-23
Seremban Engineering Berhad  | Industrial engineering | Advertising on kit
MBI Negeri Sembilan  | State council  | Advertising on kit
NSFC Sport Physio Centre by PhysioDoc  | Physio centre  | Advertising on kit
Tuah Hartamas Development  | Real estate | Undisclosed
Proviton STR  | Supplement | Undisclosed
Total Protection  | Insurance agency  | Provide insurance
Klana Resort Seremban  | Resort | Undisclosed
Jantzen  | Beverage | Provide drink
2025–present  | Oh! Media  | Media | Media partner
2025–present  |  Warrix | Sportswear | Kit sponsor

## Affiliations

[edit]

### Associations

[edit]

Name  | Years

|

Negeri Sembilan FA | 2020–
Uitm | 2023–
Kolej Yayasan Negeri Sembilan  | 2024–

* Negeri Sembilan FA

As the largest shareholder of Negeri Sembilan Sdn. Bhd., Negeri Sembilan FA became the most important affiliate of Negeri Sembilan FC. Being the association responsible for forming and strategizing the marketing, management, and development aspects of football in Negeri Sembilan.

* UiTM

The NSFC–UiTM collaboration involves sharing information, expertise, and solution methods in football for the purpose of facilitating work and research processes through collaborative negotiation and consultancy activities. This collaboration also emphasises the importance of learning in the field of sports science to improve the quality of training, nutrition, and treatment of Negeri Sembilan players. In addition, being able to share infrastructure between the NSFC and the UiTM Negeri Sembilan Branch.[106]

* Kolej Yayasan Negeri Sembilan

Kolej Yayasan Negeri Sembilan (KYNS) and Negeri Sembilan Football Club (NSFC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreement that aims to promote football in Negeri Sembilan. KYNS and NSFC will work together in the development of local talent, in addition to providing training and education programmes to players.[107]

### Football clubs

[edit]

Name  | Years

|

NS Chempaka  | 1998–2002
Betaria FC | 2003–2013
SAINS FC | 2016–2023

* NS Chempaka (1998–2002)

Negeri Sembilan Chempaka FC, also known as NS Chempaka, was a football club based in Negeri Sembilan. The club played in Liga 2 from 1998 until 2001, later being promoted to Liga 1 in 2002. NS Chempaka has been affiliated with Negeri Sembilan since its establishment, before the club was dissolved in 2002.

* Betaria FC (2003–2013)

NS Betaria FC, also known as Betaria FC, was a Malaysian football club based in Tampin, Negeri Sembilan. The club was established in 2003, and the club used the Tampin Mini Stadium as their home stadium. Betaria FC has been affiliated with Negeri Sembilan since its establishment before being dissolved in 2014.

* SAINS FC (2016–2023)

SAINS FC is a professional football club that plays in the M3 League, the second tier of the Malaysian League. Based in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, SAINS FC is a football club for the Syarikat Air Negeri Sembilan (SAINS)(Literally meaning Negeri Sembilan Water Company). They have been collaborating with Negeri Sembilan since its establishment in 2016. The collaboration has raised the SAINS FC brand and the development of footballers born in Negeri Sembilan. They also signed and loaned some NSFC players several times. In 2024, the club announced that they are withdrawing from the Malaysia M3 League for the 2024–25 season.[108]

### Leagues

[edit]

Name  | Years

|

Suparimau League  | 2024–

* Suparimau League

NSFC collaborated with Maxim Event to organise a grassroots football tournament, the Suparimau League, for the under-8, 10, 12, 14, and 16 age groups. This tournament involves the participation of teams from around Negeri Sembilan. It is run by Maxim Events, which is recognized by FAM as the official grassroots development league.[109]

## Squad number history

[edit]

As of 2025–26 season

This statistic shows which squad numbers have already been assigned in their history and to which players.

No  | Active  | Formers

|
|

1  | Syahmi Adib Haikal (2025–)  | Tauffiq Ar Rasyid Johar (2023–2025), Muhaimin Mohamad (2021–2022), Hamka Daud (2019–2020), Saiful Amar Sudar (2018), Ezad Ariff Jamaludin (2017), Afif Aizat Azman (2016), Helmi Eliza (2015), Mohd Yatim Abdullah (2014), Kaharuddin Rahman (2012–2013), Muhammad Hanif Saied (2011), Kaharuddin Rahman (2010), Yazid Yassin (2007–2008), Cajetan Ndubuisi Oparaugo (2004), Azlisham Ibrahim (2003), V. Murugan (1997), S. Rajkumar (1996), Asbullah Mahamad (1994)
2  |  | Che Rashid (2022–2025), Aroon Kumar (2021), Aroon Kumar (2018–2019), Lee Tuck (2017), Aroon Kumar (2016), Azizi Matt Rose (2015), Mohd Fauzi Nan (2013–2014), Mohd Rahman Zabul (2004–2010), Everson Martinelli (2003), Shamsul Akmar Japperi (1996)
3  | Azrin Afiq (2024–)  | Tommy Mawat Bada (2023), Khair Jones (2022), Tasnim Fitri (2021), Matheus Vila (2020), Adam Othman (2019), Alex Moraes (2018), Daniel Ting (2016), Mohd Fauzi Nan (2015), Tengku Qayyum (2010–2014), Khairul Azwan (2009), Lamin Conteh (2008), Jason Williams (2006–2007), Faizal Zainal (1994–1999)
4  | Harith Samsuri (2025–)  | Aroon Kumar (2024–2025), Farid Nezal (2023), Hérold Goulon (2022), Fernando Barbosa (2021), Selvan Anbualagan (2020), Abdul Halim Zainal (2019), Fauzan Fauzi (2017–2018), Taylor Regan (2016), Jean Alexandre (2014–2015), Mohd Amirul Omar (2013), Azmeer Yusof (2013), Firdaus Azizul (2012), Mohd Affandy Adimel (2007–2010), B. Rajinikandh (1994–1999)
5  | Luis Enrique Nsue (2025–)  | Annas Rahmat (2021–2025), Norhafiz Zamani Misbah (2019–2020), Rizal Fahmi Rosid (2018), Annas Rahmat (2016–2017), Mohd Fazliata Taib (2015), Norhafiz Zamani Misbah (2011–2014), Alif Samsudin (2010), Arif Ismail (2009), Marián Juhás (2007), Khairul Anuar Baharom (1999–2007), Ching Hong Aik (1996–1998), K. Gunalan (1994)
6  | Zahril Azri (2025–)  | Aliyu Abubakar (2024–2025), Aroon Kumar (2023), K. Sarkunan (2022), Abdul Halim Zainal (2021), Asraf Roslan (2020), Kalaiharasan Letchumanan (2019), Mohd Nasriq Baharom (2017–2018), Kevin Günter (2016), Mohd Radzuan Abdullah (2014–2015), William Modibo (2013), Mohd Zulfaizham Kamis (2012), S. Kunanlan (2007–2011), Mohd Nidzam Jamil (2007), Bakhtiar Othman (2006), Lateef Seriki (2005), Salim Khamis (2000), Shamsul Akmar Japperi (1999), Pedro Paulo Oliveira (1998), Idris Kadir (1997), See Kim Seng (1994)
7  | Takumi Sasaki (2024–)  | Sean Selvaraj (2022–2023), Bae Beom-geun (2021), Shunsuke Nakatake (2019–2020), Flávio Beck Júnior (2018), Bruno Suzuki (2017), Andrew Nabbout (2016), Ahmad Fauzi Saari (2015), Firdaus Azizul (2014), Idris Abdul Karim (2013), S. Kunanlan (2012), Aidil Zafuan (2006–2011), B. Rajinikandh (2003–2005), Rajan Koran (2000–2002), P. Nantha Gobalan (1996), Wong Kah Loon (1994)
8  | Wai Lin Aung (2025–)  | Zaquan Adha (2021–2023), Abdul Halim Zainal (2020), Asraf Roslan (2018–2019), Shahrul Igwan (2016–2017), Shahrizal Saad (2015), Abdul Halim Zainal (2014), Muhammad Hafiz Husin (2013), Norismaidham Ismail (2012), Zaquan Adha (2009–2011), Idris Abdul Karim (2005–2008), Adnan Mohd. Zain (1999), Rosli Omar (1996–1998)
9  | Jovan Motika (2025–)  | Ricardo Pires (2024–2025), Mika (2024), Hérold Goulon (2023), Francis Koné (2021), Shahurain Abu Samah (2020), Almir (2019), Mohd Syahid Zaidon (2018), Faizal Abu Bakar (2017), Mohd Afiq Azmi (2016), Francis Doe (2015), Eddy Helmi Abdul Manan (2014), Shahurain Abu Samah (2007–2013), Suharmin Yusuf (2004), Ching Hong Aik (1999–2000), Dollah Salleh (1998), Zami Mohd Noor (1995–1997)
10  | Luqman Hakim (2025–)  | Hein Htet Aung (2023–2025), Lévy Madinda (2023), Omid Nazari (2022), Almir (2020), Thomas Koroma (2019), Nicolás Vélez (2018), Marko Šimić (2017), Alex Smith (2016), Bruno Martelotto (2015), Jean-Emmanuel Effa Owona (2014), Abdul Halim Zainal (2013), Jean-Emmanuel Effa Owona (2012), Abdul Halim Zainal (2011), Mohd Shaffik Abdul Rahman (2010), K. Ravindran (2009), Udo Fortune (2008), Liew Kit Kong (2007), Christian Bekamenga (2005–2006), Rajan Koran (2004), Luciano Osmar (2003), Azmi Mohamed (2000), Scott Ollerenshaw (1998), Tristram Morgan (1997), Gustavo Cerro (1996)
11  | Joseph Esso (2025–)  | Dzulfahmi Abdul Hadi (2024), Matheus Alves (2022), Alif Romli (2021), Adam Othman (2020), Dzulfahmi Abdul Hadi (2019), Mohd Aizulridzwan Razali (2018), Rahizi Mohd Rasib (2017), Joel Chianese (2016), Rudie Ramli (2015), Mohd Shoufiq Khusaini (2014), Eddy Helmi Abdul Manan (2013), Mohd Shaffik Abdul Rahman (2011–2012), Syamsol Sabtu (2007–2010), Che Hisamuddin Hassan (2005–2006), Syaiful Sabtu (2000–2004), Ahmad Shahrul Azhar (1999), Gustavo Cerro (1997), Julio Hector Ceballos (1997), Mohd Faris Ahmad (1996), Sazali Nasir (1994)
12  | Afiq Fitri (2025–)  | Barathkumar Ramaloo (2023–2025), Kaharuddin Rahman (2022), Barathkumar Ramaloo (2021), Kaharuddin Rahman (2016–2020), G. Puaneswaran (2014–2015), Mohd Radzuan Abdullah (2013), Shukor Adan (2009–2012), Abdullah Sani Yusof (2007), K. Sathian (2005–2006), Shahrin Abdul Majid (2004), Lim Chan Yew (2003), Leong Hong Seng (1999–2002), M. Balan (1996–1997)
13  | Zainal Abidin Jamil (2025–)  | Ikhwan Yazek (2024–2025), Zainal Abidin Jamil (2023), Kaharuddin Rahman (2021), D. Ganesan (2020), Ridzuan Abdunloh (2019), Noor Hazrul Mustafa (2017–2018), Ashmawi Yakin (2016), K. Nanthakumar (2014), Abdul Ghani Rahman (2013), Marian Farbák (2012), Ahmad Fakri Saarani (2011), Mohd Faiz Mohd Isa (2009), Mohd Anuar Jusoh (2003–2007), Khairun Haled Masrom (2000), Zami Mohd Noor (1998–1999), Mohd Nor Sheikh Ismail (1997)
14  | An Sang-su (2025–)  | Jacque Faye (2024–2025), David Mawutor (2022), Alain Akono (2021), Danial Hadri (2019–2020), Ferris Danial (2018), Ahmad Hazeri Hamid (2017), K. Kavichelvan (2014–2015), Alafi Mahmud (2013), G. Mahathevan (2011–2012), K. Thanaraj (2009–2010), Zaquan Adha (2007–2008), Khaidir Mohd Dom (2005), Mohd Nor Sheikh Ismail (1999), Affendi Julaihi (1998), Aminuddin Hussein (1994)
15  | Hariz Kamarudin (2022–)  | Danish Haziq (2019), Mohd Fauzan Dzulkifli (2018), Ashmawi Yakin (2017), A. Segar (2016), Kim Jin-yong (2014–2015), Rashid Mahmud (2012–2013), Mohd Hasmawi Hassan (2011), Ching Hong Aik (2004–2010), Fairuz Saleh (2000), Khairil Zainal (1994–1999)
16  | Selvan Anbualagan (2021–)  | Arip Amiruddin (2020), D. Ganesan (2019), Kalaiharasan Letchumanan (2018), Norhafizzuan Jailani (2016–2017), S. Sivanesan (2013–2015), Qhairul Anwar Roslani (2010–2012), Mohd Shaffik Abdul Rahman (2009), Mohd Hafiz Syobri (2007), Rajan Koran (2005), P. Sivanathan (2004), Chow Chee Weng (2000–2001), Shamsul Akmar Japperi (1997), Idris Kadir (1994–1996)
17  | Hakimi Abdullah (2025–)  | Nasrullah Haniff (2021–2025), Izuan Salahuddin (2017–2020), Rahizi Mohd Rasib (2016), Mohd Akmal Mohd Noor (2015), Alif Samsudin (2013–2014), Abdul Halim Zainal (2012), Idris Abdul Karim (2009–2011), K. Thanaraj (2008), Shahrizam Mohamed (2003–2007), Mohd Rizal Hassan (1999), A. Ganeson (1996–1997)
18  | Khuzaimi Piee (2025–)  | Afiq Fitri (2024–2025), Mahalli Jasuli (2023), Khuzaimi Piee (2022), Osman Yusoff (2021), Che Mohd Safwan (2020), Osman Yusoff (2019), Khairul Izuan (2018), Shazlan Alias (2017), Aroon Kumar (2017), Khyril Muhymeen (2015), Muszaki Abu Bakar (2014), Fadhil Hashim (2013), Muszaki Abu Bakar (2011–2013), Mohd Norizam Salaman (2010), Arulchelvan Illenggo (2009), Freddy (2007), Noel Rodwell Mwandila (2006), Abdulrazak Ekpoki (2004), Mohd Nor Sheikh Ismail (2000), Jose Iriarte (1996–1997), Marian Valach (1994)
19  | N. Javabilaarivin (2021–)  | Aiman Khalidi (2019–2020), Khairul Anwar Shahrudin (2016–2018), M. Sivakumar (2014), Firdaus Azizul (2013), Parameswaran Vijayan (2012), Firdaus Azizul (2010–2011), Muhd Afify Khusli (2009), Buston Nagbe Browne (2006), Alfred Effiong (2004), Azman Adnan (2003), Azman Adnan (2000–2001), Azmi Mohamed (1996–1997), J. Killan (1995)
20  | Mio Tsuneyasu (2025–)  | Norfiqrie Talib (2024–2025), Kossi Adetu (2022), Igor Luiz (2020), Faizal Abu Bakar (2018), Hariri Safii (2016–2017), Dzaiddin Zainuddin (2014–2015), Fábio Barbosa (2013), Emanuel de Porras (2013), Idris Abdul Karim (2012), Hairuddin Omar (2011), Abdul Halim Zainal (2008–2010), Norshahrul Idlan (2007), Efendi Abdul Malek (1999–2005), Gustavo Cerro (1998), Christie Joseph (1996–1997), Robert Bozik (1994)
21  | Haiqal Haqeemi (2025–)  | Syahmi Adib (2024–2025), Safuwan Baharudin (2023), Raja Imran Shah (2021), Fauzi Latif (2018–2019), Sabri Sahar (2016), Irwan Fadzli Idrus (2015), Kaharuddin Rahman (2014), Mohd Hamsani Ahmad (2013), Ahmad Shakir Mohd Ali (2012), Irwan Fadzli Idrus (2011), Sani Anuar Kamsani (2009–2010), Azizon Abdul Kadir (2004–2007), Hamsani Ahmad (2000–2001), Othman Katmon (1996–1997), Naina Mohammad (1994)
22  | Aqil Razak (2024–)  | Vinicius Leonel (2023), Syihan Hazmi (2022), Damien Lim (2021), Fadzley Rahim (2019), Syihan Hazmi (2018), Farderin Kadir (2017), Kaharuddin Rahman (2015), Badrulzaman Abdul Halim (2012–2014), Farizal Harun (2008–2011), Suffian Rahman (2003–2005), Yazid Yassin (1996–2001), Khairuddin Idris (1994)
23  |  | Izaffiq Ruzi (2024–2025), Sikh Izhan (2023), Izaffiq Ruzi (2022), Danial Hadri (2021), Izaaq Izhan (2019–2020), Nizam Ruslan (2016–2018), Rezal Zambery Yahya (2015), Nizam Abu Bakar (2014), Nazrin Nawi (2012–2013), Ahmad Aminuddin Shaharudin (2011), Rezal Zambery Yahya (2005–2010), K. Sathian (2004), Wong Sai Kong (2000–2001), Chow Chee Weng (1999)
24  | Alex Agyarkwa (2025–)  | Harith Samsuri (2024–2025), Saiful Ridzuwan (2021–2023), Aiman Khalidi (2018), Shazlan Alias (2016), Sumardi Hajalan (2014), Mohd Zulfaizham Kamis (2013), Alif Samsudin (2011–2012), Mohd Syukri Ismail (2009–2010), Tengku Qayyum (2007), Norhafiz Zamani Misbah (2003–2004)
25  | Anwar Ibrahim (2025–)  | Izzuddin Roslan (2024–2025), Adib Faris (2022), Ferris Danial (2021), Azriddin Rosli (2020), Ferris Danial (2019), N. Thanabalan (2018), Saiful Amar Sudar (2017), Ahmad Hazeri Hamid (2015), Jozef Kapláň (2014), Ahmad Shakir Mohd Ali (2013), Farizal Marlias (2011–2012), Tengku Qayyum (2009), K. Thanaraj (2007), P. Sivanathan (2005–2006), Rajan Koran (2003), Shukor Adan (2000–2001)
26  |  | Amirul Hakimi Rosli (2024–2025), Namathevan Arunasalam (2022), Rafinha (2021), David Rowley (2018), Prak Mony Udom (2018), Nemanja Vidić (2017), A. Segar (2015), Zulfaizham Kamis (2014), Rahizi Mohd Rasib (2013), Khairul Ridzwan Othman (2011–2012), Muhd Shahruddin Ismail (2010), Firdaus Azizul (2009), Abdul Halim Zainal (2007)
27  | Hadin Azman (2024–)  | Fahmi Faizal (2021–2023), Ilham Amirullah Razali (2018), Izzudin Zainudin (2015–2017), Ivan Babić (2014), Fiqri Azwan Ghazali (2013), Bukhari Idris (2012), Fiqri Azwan Ghazali (2011), L. Rajesh (2010), Hairuddin Omar (2009)
28  | Ariff Ar-Rasyid (2025–)  | Zainal Abidin Jamil (2024–2025), Azrul Nizam (2019), Renārs Rode (2018), Arman Fareez Ali (2017), Mohd Asyraf Al-Japri (2009–2010), Marián Juhás (2008)
29  | Syed Zaris Irfan (2025–)  | Alifh Aiman (2024), Muhaimin Mohamad (2023), Deevan Raj (2021), Fauzi Latif (2020), Kim Do-heon (2018), Curran Ferns (2017), Bukhairi Idris (2013), Abdul Rahman Abdul Ghani (2012), Munir Amran (2011), Alif Samsudin (2009), Qhairul Anwar Roslani (2007)
30  | Azri Ghani (2025–)  | Sebastian Avanzini (2024–2025), Zamri Pin Ramli (2021–2023), Matheus Vila (2019), Fakrul Aiman (2018), Mohd Yatim Abdullah (2017), Syed Adney (2016), Mohd Yatim Abdullah (2015), Philani Kubheka (2014), Fiqri Azwan Ghazali (2012), Fiqri Azwan Ghazali (2010), P. Kesavan (2009), Farizal Harun (2007)
31  |  | Firdaus Irman (2023), Azeem Farhan (2021), Nazrul Kamaruzaman (2020), A. Segar (2014), V. Parameswaran (2009)
32  |  | Shahrel Fikri (2023), Farouq Adam Khan (2019)
33  | Zaim Iqbal (2025–)  | Lee Kwang-Hui (2024–2025), Hafiz Ramdan (2023), Hakimi Rosli (2022), N. Thanabalan (2016), N. Thanabalan (2014), Khairul Izuan Abdullah (2012)
34  |  | Sean Selvaraj (2017), Azmeer Yusof (2012)
35  | Haiqal Danish (2025–)  | Hasbullah Abu Bakar (2023), K. Thanaraj (2012)
36  |  | Yashir Pinto (2022)
37  | Noor Adha (2025–)  |
38  |  | Vimal Sugu (2024–2025)
39  | Noor Aidil (2025–)  |
40  |  | An Sang-su (2024–2025), Harith Samsuri (2023)
42  |  | Adam Haris (2024–2025)
44  |  | Afiq Fitri (2022–2023), Arthur Cunha (2021)
55  |  | Shahrom Kalam (2020), Osman Yusoff (2018)
58  |  | Ángel Guirado (2018–2019)
60  |  | Igor Luiz (2019)
67  |  | Amirul Hakimi Rosli (2023)
70  |  | Youssef Ezzejjari (2023), Gustavo (2022)
71  |  | Muhaimin Mohamad (2024–2025)
72  |  | Zulkhairi Zulkeply (2021–2022)
77  |  | Shamie Iszuan (2020)
88  |  | Izzuddin Roslan (2022–2023)
97  |  | Filemon Anyie (2023)
99  |  | Casagrande (2023)

## Notes

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1. ^ Home kit for early 2002 season
2. ^ There were 2 versions, one for early 2005–06 season and one until the end of season, both home kits were red.
3. ^ There were 2 versions, one for early 2005–06 season and one until the end of season, both away kits were white.
4. ^ Home kit for early 2006–07 season
5. ^ Away kit for early 2006–07 season
6. ^ Kit for 2009 Malaysian Cup
7. ^ There were 2 versions, one for 2010 Super League and one for 2010 Malaysia FA Cup, both home kits were yellow.
8. ^ There were 2 versions, one for 2010 Super League and one for 2010 Malaysia FA Cup, both away kits were red.
9. ^ Special edition for 2022 Malaysia Cup
10. ^ NSFC use season 2023 away kit as their 3rd kit for 2024–25 season.
11. ^ Second time being appointed as head coach, having last served from 1981 to 1982.
12. ^ Appointed as the head coach on July 1987, during the ongoing season. Also, third time being appointed as head coach, having last served from 1985 to 1986.
13. ^ Appointed as the head coach on September 1989, during the ongoing season.
14. ^ Appointed as the head coach on 21 March 2011, during the ongoing season.[83]
15. ^ Appointed as the caretaker on 14 May 2013, during the ongoing season.[85]
16. ^ Second time being appointed as head coach, having last served from 2003 to 2006.
17. ^ Appointed as the head coach on 28 February 2018, during the ongoing season. Also, second time being appointed as head coach, having last served from 2011 to 2012.[87]
18. ^ Appointed as the head coach on 11 May 2018, during the ongoing season.[89]
19. ^ Third time being appointed as head coach, having last served in 2015
20. ^ Appointed as the head coach on 15 August 2024, during the ongoing season.[91]
21. ^ Also, R. Barathkumar as a 3rd captain.
22. ^ Played before 1989, likely unofficial.
23. ^ Played before 1989, likely unofficial.
24. ^ Loaned from Johor Darul Ta'zim
25. ^ Loaned from Selangor
26. ^ Loaned from Gainare Tottori
27. ^ Loaned from Selangor all season
28. ^ Loaned from Johor Darul Ta'zim

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## External links

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* Official website

*[Nat]: Nationality
*[Pos]: Position
*[Age]: Age when first joined
*[Ref]: Reference
*[Years]: Years of service