Muhammad Khalil (footballer)


Muhammad bin Abu Khalil is a Malaysian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Malaysia Super League club Selangor.
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Club career

Early career

Muhammad begin's football career by spent part of his youth in Mokhtar Dahari Academy. In June 2022, Muhammad was selected to undergo trial training with some football clubs in France and Luxembourg. Later, he signed with Selangor, being assigned to the reserve side in the MFL Cup.

Selangor

Muhammad was included in the first team during 2023 season and been at the substitute bench for several matches. He made his professional debut on 14 August 2023, coming on as an 86th-minute substitute during a 4–0 win away against Negeri Sembilan in Super League. On 5 February 2024, he was promoted to the main squad, after spending a year with the under-23s.

Loan to FC Osaka

On 5 July 2024, Muhammad joined J3 League club FC Osaka on loan for six-month. He ended his loan period with the club without making any appearances and returned to Selangor.

Loan to Nakhon Pathom United

On 17 January 2025, Muhammad joined Thai League 1 club Nakhon Pathom United on loan for the remainder of the 2024–25 season where he will play alongside countrymen Fergus Tierney. He make his debut for the club on 20 January in a 1–1 draw to Bangkok United.

International career

Youth

Muhammad has represented Malaysia at all youth level from the under 19-side to the under-23 sides. On 12 April 2024, Muhammad was included in the Malaysia squad for the 2024 AFC U-23 Asian Cup.

Senior

Muhammad was called up to the Malaysia national team squad for the 2024 ASEAN Championship in December 2024.

Honours

Malaysia U23