Mohd Farisham Ismail

Who is Mohd Farisham Ismail?

Mohd Farisham Ismail is a Malaysian footballer who plays for Kelantan and Malaysia national team. He primarily plays as a left back but can also play as a centre back. He is described as an aggressive ball-playing defender. Born in Tumpat, Kelantan, Farisham began his youth career at Kelantan Presidents Cup team from 2003 until 2004. Due to the nature of leadership, he was appointed as the captain of the team at the time.

Farisham made his debut with the Kelantan senior team in 2004 before joining the Malacca based club, Telekom Melaka for 2006-07 season and help the team finish at 7th in the league. After one season in Malacca he returned to Kelantan and always become the coach first eleven in every match. Farisham and several other defenders formed a persistent defender and tough beat ever since then. Although selected to represent the national team he often only be on the bench and difficult to get main eleven.