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Armin wants to be a Harimau Malaya

MIDFIELDER Armin Maier Rafi hopes to don Harimau Malaya colours one day.

Born in Singapore to a German father and a Malaysian-Singaporean mother, Armin, who plays for Selangor II in the Premier League, has applied for a Malaysian passport.

The 23-year-old said: "My dream is to play for Malaysia.

"I always had a connection with Malaysia. My mother used to gather Malaysians at our home when we were in Germany.

"So when I found out that my grandfather was from Johor, I spoke to several people in the Malaysian football community and also contacted Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) owner Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim."

Armin, who has featured for Singapore's Under-23 side, then had a trial with JDT.

"I contacted FA of Malaysia (FAM) secretary-general Stuart Ramalingam seeking advice on how to apply for a passport.

"I followed up by submitting the necessary documents, which were verified by the relevant parties."

"However, I am still waiting for the passport.

"At the moment, I am playing for Selangor II as a foreigner.

"I am here and ready, and hopefully, the matter will be resolved soon," he added.

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