17yo speech & hearing impaired Pahang teen to represent M’sia in a futsal match at Iran, netizens sends well wishes

Amar who is 17 years old, suffering from hearing impairment will be representing Malaysia along with his teammates at a futsal match held in Iran. Source: Facebook

Whether it be in global entertainment, academics, or competitive sports, Malaysia has never been short of genuine talents that have put the country on the map. And a 17-year-old teen from Pahang is now looking to add another feather to the nation’s proverbial cap with his own athletic prowess.

Speech & hearing impaired 17yo M’sian teen will be playing in a futsal match at Iran

As shared by local Facebook community page I <3 Pahang, Kuantan born and raised Amar has been selected to represent the country in the upcoming Deaf International Football Association’s Deaf Futsal World Cup U21 2023, which is slated to be held in Iran this year.

“Congratulations Amar, a 17-year-old teenager who is born and raised in Kuantan, Pahang. Amar suffers from hearing impairment but that didn’t stop him from unleashing his potential as he will be representing Malaysia in the DIFA DEAF FUTSAL WORLDCUP U21 2023.”

Amar and his team mates getting ready for futsal match in Iran.
Amar and his teammates getting ready for futsal match that will be held in Iran.
Source: Facebook

The post also explains that Amar and his family are currently receiving financial aid contributions from the Pahang Council of Religion of Islam and Malay Customs, adding that both his parents also suffer from hearing and speech impairments as well.

Amar and his mother who suffers from hearing and speech impairment.
Amar and his mother who suffers from hearing and speech impairment.
Source: Facebook

In spite of his impediments, Amar has proven to be a ferocious athlete on the playing field and has managed to score a total of 20 goals to date while participating in the SEA Games back in 2021, as well as the previous DIFA World Cup Under-21.

Those who are looking to contribute and support Amar’s ambitions as a professional sportsman may do so via the following bank details:

Bank account number: 0610 0290 0033 7959
Bank: BSN
Account holder: Fauziah Bt Ali

Many netizens have taken to sharing their well-wishes to Amar, and praise him for his sporting achievements.

“Brother Amar is really talent and well mannered.”

Netizen comments on Amar's achievement in futsal.
Netizen comments on Amar’s achievement in futsal.
Source: Facebook

“Congratulations brother, hopefully you’ll continue to succeed.”

Netizen comments on Amar's achievement in futsal.
Netizen comments on Amar’s achievement in futsal.
Source: Facebook

“All the best and good luck!”

Netizen comments on Amar's achievement in futsal.
Netizen comments on Amar’s achievement in futsal.
Source: Facebook

It is understood that the Deaf International Football Association organises a number of football matches for hearing impaired individuals around the world, with the 1st DIFA Under-21 World Cup and 4th World Deaf Football Championships having both been held in Malaysia previously.

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