Ex-Penang keeper Firos Mohamed dies after collapsing at ‘legends' match
IPOH : Former Penang goalkeeper Firos Mohamed died after collapsing during a match for the Dr Zambry Abd Kadir Cup at the Manjung Municipal Council Stadium last night. He was 53.
Penang FC confirmed the news in a statement posted on its official social media page.
'The Penang FC board of directors and its entire staff extend their heartfelt condolences to the family of former Penang goalkeeper Firos Mohamed, who has returned to the Rahmatullah,' it said.
Earlier, several videos showing Firos collapsing while playing for his team against Kedah went viral on social media.
The tournament featured football legends from Perak, Penang, Perlis and Kedah.
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