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Posted: 21 May 2012 12:40 PM PDT

His ability to create something out of nothing on the pitch has not gone unnoticed, and his latest achievement will definitely give Malaysia's football fans something to cheer about.

Nazmi Faiz Mansor has successfully earned himself a professional contract with Portuguese top flight side, SC Beira-Mar after undergoing a week-long trial.

The 17 year-old prodigy who plies his trade with Harimau Muda in the Great Eastern Yeo's S-League will sign professional forms with the Portuguese side after signing a pre-contract on Monday. It was reported that Nazmi will start his career as a foreign player playing in a top European side in August, once he turns 18.

The Harimau Muda team is currently on a training tour in Slovakia and they will head to Budapest, Hungary, on Tuesday. When contacted, head Coach Ong Kim Swee shared how other young players can benefit from Nazmi's breakthrough.

"Let's just forget about following the European team's style in developing footballers. Instead, we should stick to our own Malaysia style," Ong said in a telephone interview from Slovakia.

"With me, I have a team of great coaching staff who provide very good education for my players, and to teach them how to progress as footballers. The nutritionist, the psychologist, the physiotherapist all play equally important roles in the players' development.

"It is true that our players mature slower as compared to those in Europe and we must be realistic. There is no point following the model of Barcelona or Manchester United because we cannot keep up with them," Ong added.

On Nazmi's success, Ong isn't a tad bit surprised and he believes that Nazmi is indeed a special talent after observing the player since he was 14, when he was with coach Aminuddin Hussin in the under-14 squad while Ong coached the under-17 squad at the Bukit Jalil Sports School.

"Aminuddin did a very good job in the boy's progression and as our two teams trained side by side each other at the school, I had the opportunity to observe how Nazmi did during his early days.

"I told myself then, that if I ever had an opportunity to take him with me, I won't hesitate. Seven months ago when I brought him to the South East Asian Games in Indonesia, everyone was shocked. The bigger shock came when I fielded him right from the start against Thailand, and that was when everyone knew about this boy," Ong said.

Ong is absolutely delighted with the progress made by Nazmi, and he believes that this will be the stepping stone for other young players to step up and follow in Nazmi's footsteps.

"Nazmi works hard and he wants to be there," Ong told aXrosstheline.com

"As a National Under-23 coach, I would love to see more players progressing like how Nazmi did. When there is progression, there will be an opening for someone else to come in and thus the process can be repeated."

On whether Nazmi will be blown away by his current status, Ong shared that it is his duty to lead Nazmi through the right path.

"Boys will be boys and my job will be to provide Nazmi with the necessary guidance and education that he needs. His parents will also play a vital role in his development as a professional footballer.

"But we have an ongoing assignment (AFC Under-22 Qualifiers) which we have to do well in and we must stay focused to achieve that goal – and that applies to Nazmi as well," said the strict disciplinarian.

The Malaysia Under-22 side will head to Hungary on Tuesday where they will play three friendly games, and Ong wants Nazmi has to be "back to business as usual" when they play their first game on May 23.

Nazmi feels like a star in Europe – Soccer – New Straits Times ...

Posted: 21 May 2012 04:02 PM PDT

May 21, 2012 by MyDestiny2011

SENSATION: A YouTube clip has earned Nazmi Faiz Mansor a trial with a Portuguese club. The teen midfielder speaks to Ajitpal Singh

Nazmi Faiz Mansor going through the paces at the Beira-Mar training ground on Wednesday in Aveiro, Portugal.
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IT was a dream come true for me when I was informed by my coach Ong Kim Swee that a Portuguese club were interested in having me for a short trial.
I took time to digest what Kim Swee had said as I thought he was joking. But I realised he was not.
It is every footballer's dream to play in Europe and honestly, I couldn't wait to get started, then.
We met Football Management International director of football, Marco Guimaraes, and he furnished me with the details of the then impending trial with Sport Clube Beira-Mar, a Portuguese Division One club.
I never expected this opportunity to come so quick for a 17-year-old like me. I have to thank all involved and God, of course.
I had to do research on the club's background as frankly, I knew little about them as Portuguese football has always been about either Porto or Benfica.
And after reading up on them in the Internet, I realised that the Aveiro-based side were a huge team.
I am a huge fan of Eusebio and I couldn't believe it that he once played for Beira-Mar, the club where I hope to make the grade.
Everyone in Malaysia was excited about the news and I must thank the FA of Malaysia for sponsoring my father's (Mansor Mustafa) for the trip as I needed him to be around with me.
A day before my flight, Kim Swee and my Young Tigers teammates bade me farewell. They told me to be confident during the trial as this was a once in a lifetime opportunity.
It was Sunday, as my dad and I arrived at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) to board the flight to Porto, Portugal. It was a long and tiring journey and I also felt nervous as I drew closer to my destination.
We transited in Paris for three hours and I used the time to read up about Portugal football.
We arrived on Monday in Porto before continuing our journey to Aveiro by car. I enjoyed the scenic view of the port city during the short drive. The first thing I noticed was the palm trees along the coastline.
We arrived at our hotel, which was five minutes away from the Beira-Mar training ground before checking-in.
We did not do much upon arrival as we needed to settle down and meet officials of Biera-Mar. I, however, jogged and juggled the ball in the evening before taking a nap to recover from the jet-lag.
On the next day, I did a light workout before having breakfast. After that, we took a short trip around the city.
I basically rested and did not think much about the trial as I did not want to put myself in any pressure that would affect my performance.
The big day arrived (Wednesday) and I had to report for training in the evening. I met the first team players and their coach, Ulisses Morais.
They were so nice and helpful. I spoke to Morais and he told me to play at my best ability. According to the first team players, everyone here was looking forward to meeting and watching me play.
I was like the main attraction here. I felt like a star, however, my focus was on the trial as I needed to impress them.
I trained with the first team along with those, also on trials, which lasted for almost 90 minutes. I had a good outing but felt I could have done much more on the pitch.
I adapted well to the new environment in Portugal. It isn't much of problem and I felt good after my first workout with the team.
Most of the players are physically bigger but that's no excuse. I'm confident of making my mark and will give it my best shot during my short stay here.
It was a different experience in terms of training as the drills here are so much different than I had ever experienced before.
On Thursday, I played my first match for Beira-Mar against a Division Two club. It was a 60-minute game but I did not do too well here, though, I managed to blend in nicely with them. Only the goalkeeper from the first team played while others comprised those on trial and members of the youth team.
I felt slightly nervous, probably because it was my first ever experience with a European team but I was not deterred. I was determined to make a huge impression on the next day.
It was my last chance and I wanted so much to impress them yesterday (Friday). I did my level best and I hope it was enough. I leave to the club to decide.
My training here, however, has made me a more confident and determined person. I want to play in Europe and I hope to do it soon. I believe that a footballer needs to play in Europe to progress.

~NST

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