Izwan gets his J-League chance
SINGAPORE – Izwan Mahbud’s heroics against Japan in June has earned the Singapore goalkeeper a one-week trial with J-League side Matsumoto Yamaga.
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SINGAPORE – Izwan Mahbud’s heroics against Japan in June has earned the Singapore goalkeeper a one-week trial with J-League side Matsumoto Yamaga.
The Lions shot-stopper caught the eye after making 18 saves against the Samurai Blue in their World Cup qualifying match in Saitama.
(Video: This is why J-League side Matsumoto Yamaga decided to offer Singapore goalkeeper Izwan Mahbud a one-week trial in Japan.)
The 25-year-old left for Japan this morning.
“I am excited to have the opportunity to train with one of the top teams in Japan,” said Izwan. “It will be a good learning stint and I will maximise this opportunity.”
Matsumoto Yamaga were relegated from the Japanese top-flight at the end of this season, with just seven wins from 34 games, conceding 54 goals.
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