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The Star
06-07-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Firos had no health issues, was scheduled to send son to KPTM in Bangi today, says wife
BALIK PULAU: Former Penang football goalkeeper Firos Mohamed, who passed away last night after reportedly collapsing during a four-corner Dr Zambry Abd Kadir Cup match at the Manjung Municipal Council Stadium in Perak, had no prior illnesses, including heart-related conditions. His wife, Fildaanis Mat, 51, said her 53-year-old husband was very active in football and currently served as a goalkeeping coach for the Penang Football Academy. "I, along with our children (three sons aged 18 to 29), accompanied him to the tournament because we wanted to watch him play at the stadium. According to our plan, today we were supposed to drop off our youngest son (Mohamad Fairiel Danish, 18) at Kolej Poli-tech Mara (KPTM) in Bangi, Selangor, to continue his studies in sports management there. "Yesterday, before the match, he didn't show any signs of discomfort; he just looked very enthusiastic, playing like a young man, especially when we were down 0-1 to the EX-Kedah team in the last quarter. Two minutes before the end of the match, he suddenly collapsed," she told reporters after Firos' burial at the Ridwaniah Mosque Muslim Cemetery, Sungai Batu, here on Sunday (July 6). Earlier, the body was bathed and shrouded before funeral prayers were held at the Kampung Melayu Surau in Air Itam. Over 100 people, including friends and family members, attended the burial ceremony, which concluded at 4:30 pm. Fildaanis said her family was still shocked by the incident, especially their youngest son, who rushed to the field after seeing his father collapsed. Mohamad Fairiel Danish even fainted after realising his father was unconscious on the field. "He never complained of any pain and had no serious illnesses. I was just struck by how he kept looking at my face these past few days, and the last time I saw him was when we were together on the bus from the hotel in Manjung to the stadium for the tournament," she said. Mohamad Fairiel Danish, although deeply saddened by his father's passing, said he needs to remain strong to continue his studies in sports education, as he aspires to become a sports teacher. "My father was very happy when he knew I would be pursuing studies in sports because he had always taken us to the field since we were young to watch him play, especially football," he said. Meanwhile, ExPenang team manager Mohd Azmi Ali, 57, said he and the deceased had been close for the past 20 years, having played together in the President's Cup team and the Penang Football team. "He was among the best goalkeepers in Penang and was once selected as one of six state players to represent Malaysia for a Barcelona Football Club training program in the 80s, besides being Malaysia's goalkeeper in the 90s," he said. Meanwhile, ExPenang team coach Radzuan Putah, 60, who is also a former Penang football player, said that during training last week, the deceased complained of chest pain but did not undergo further examination as he informed them he had recovered. "His death is a great loss to the football industry in Penang and the country," said Radzuan, who is also the President of the Penang Former Football Players Association. Earlier, several videos went viral on social media showing Firos collapsing while playing against a legendary team from Kedah before Manjung District Police Chief ACP Hasbullah Abd Rahman confirmed that Firos Mohamed died of a heart attack. – Bernama
Malaysian Reserve
06-07-2025
- Sport
- Malaysian Reserve
Zambry extends condolences over death of Firos Mohamed
KUALA LUMPUR — Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir has extended his condolences to the family of former Penang goalkeeper Firos Mohamed, who died while playing in the 'Legend All Star' 4-Corner Football Tournament at the Manjung Municipal Council Stadium last night. In a Facebook post this morning, Zambry expressed deep sorrow over the loss, describing it as a significant blow to the Malaysian football community. 'I have instructed that all necessary assistance be extended to Firos' family, including arrangements for the transport and burial of his remains, to ensure the process is handled smoothly. 'My heartfelt condolences to the entire family. May they be granted strength and resilience during this difficult time,' he said. He also called on the public to pray for Firos to be blessed and placed among the righteous. Zambry said he had personally visited the hospital after receiving the news and was able to meet the family to convey his condolences and offer moral support. Firos Mohamed, 53, reportedly collapsed during the match held in conjunction with the Dr Zambry Abd Kadir Cup, and was later confirmed dead. — BERNAMA
The Sun
06-07-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Zambry offers condolences on death of former Penang goalkeeper Firos Mohamed
KUALA LUMPUR: Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir has expressed his condolences to the family of former Penang goalkeeper Firos Mohamed, who passed away during the 'Legend All Star' 4-Corner Football Tournament at the Manjung Municipal Council Stadium. In a Facebook post, Zambry described the incident as a profound loss for Malaysian football. He stated, 'I have instructed that all necessary assistance be extended to Firos' family, including arrangements for the transport and burial of his remains, to ensure the process is handled smoothly.' The minister personally visited the hospital to meet the family and offer moral support. Firos, aged 53, collapsed during the match, which was part of the Dr Zambry Abd Kadir Cup, and was later pronounced dead. Zambry urged the public to pray for Firos, saying, 'My heartfelt condolences to the entire family. May they be granted strength and resilience during this difficult time.'
The Star
06-07-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Former Penang goalie dies after collapsing during match
PETALING JAYA: Former Penang goalkeeper Firos Mohamed has died after collapsing during a match at the Manjung Municipal Council Stadium on Saturday (July 5). Firos, 53, died of a heart attack on the pitch while playing a match against Kedah for the Dr Zambry Abd Kadir Cup, which featured football legends from the two states as well as Perak and Perlis. Penang confirmed the tragic news in a statement and extended their condolences to the late goalkeeper's family. "The Penang board of directors and their entire staff extend their heartfelt condolences to the family of former Pepang goalkeeper Firos Mohamed," the statement said. Firos was hailed as a top-notch goalie for the Panthers in the 90s.
Barnama
06-07-2025
- Sport
- Barnama
Former Penang Goalkeeper Firos Mohamed Dies After Collapsing During Match
IPOH, July 6 (Bernama) -- 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. 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.
