Wan Zaharulnizam Zakaria


Wan Zaharulnizam bin Wan Zakaria is a Malaysian professional footballer who plays for Kelantan and Malaysia national team as a winger. He is an exciting prospect. He is known for his ability to dribble.

Career

Early career

Zaharul began his football career playing for Kelantan President's Cup team in 2010 at age 20 before been discovered by Ong Kim Swee to play in Harimau Muda. Zaharul, or better known by his nickname 'Kecik' due to his small stature, has been in the Harimau Muda's setup since 2010, beginning with Harimau Muda B and promoted to Harimau Muda A in 2011.

F.C. Ryūkyū

Malaysian media reported in early March 2012 that Zaharul, along with teammate Zack Haikal is to attend trial with Japan Football League side F.C. Ryūkyū after impressing the Japanese side talent spotter during Malaysia's 2–0 defeat to Japan in the 2012 Olympic qualifiers match in Tosu. They successfully completed the 2-week trial with the Japanese club in July.
In March 2013, Zack Haikal was officially offered a two-year contract, but Zaharul did not. Instead, 19-year-old Nazirul Naim was offered a contract instead.

Kelantan

In November 2013, Zaharul signed two years contract with his hometown side Kelantan.

Pahang

On December 2016, Zaharul left Kelantan for Pahang. It was announced by his sports representative agency, MVP Sports Agency via their social media that Zaharul have joined Pahang for the 2017 season. Zaharul made his league debut for Pahang in 5–0 win over T-Team on 27 January 2017. Made no impact on the team for 2017 season, hence 2018 should not be much different.

Career statistics

Club

International career

Zaharulnizam made his international debut for the Malaysia national team in a friendly match with Australia, where Malaysia suffers a heavy 5–0 defeat, on 7 October 2011.
He is also a member of the Malaysia U-23 team, who were competing in the 2012 Olympic qualifiers. He also helps Malaysia to retain the men's football gold medal in the 2011 SEA Games.

International goals

Under-23

Honours

Club

;Kelantan
;Harimau Muda A
;Malaysia U-23