Intan Sarah Anisah binti Zulgafli (born 10 July 1999), known professionally as Intan Sarah, is a Malaysian women's footballer and futsal player who plays as a forward for Malaysia National Women's League club MBSJ.
Early life
Sarah represented Malaysia in the 100m hurdles at the age of 13.
Club career
In 2021, she signed for American side New York Dutch Lions FC, becoming the first Malaysian woman to play in the Women's Premier Soccer League.
In 2023 season, Sarah played as a midfielder for Kelana United, making 7 appearances and scored 2 league goals in the National Women's League. In 2024 season of National Women's League, she played as a forward and recorded a double hattrick twice, once against Real CJ where she scored 6 goals and once against Melaka where she scored 7 goals.Real CJ FC 0-7 Kelana United FC - CMS FAM, 14 July 2024.Kelana United FC 12-0 Melaka FA - CMS FAM, 7 December 2024. She finished as the top scorer of 2024 National Women's League with 18 goals in 13 appearances.Penjaring Terbanyak Liga Wanita Nasional (LWN) 2024 - Football Association of Malaysia, 22 December 2024.
In 2024 FAS Women's Super League, Sarah played for MBSJ. She finished as the top scorer with 19 goals.MBSJ FC juara Liga Super Wanita FAS, benam UiTM United Lioness 3-0 - Selangor Kini, 10 June 2024.
In 2024, Sarah joined Sabah and played in the 2024–25 AFC Women's Champions League. She scored her first AFC Women's Champions League goal in the 2-2 draw against Abu Dhabi Country Club.Brave show by 10-woman Sabah in Wuhan - New Straits Times, 10 October 2024.
International career
Sarah made her debut with Malaysia women's football team at the 2023 Southeast Asian Games. She previously represented Malaysia in futsal category at the 2021 Southeast Asian Games in 2022.
Career statistics International + Appearances and goals by national team and yearNational teamYearAppsGoalsMalaysia202371 202532 Total103
International goals No. Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition 1. 9 May 2023 RCAF Old Stadium, Phnom Penh, Cambodia 1–3 1–5 2023 Southeast Asian Games 2. 3 June 2025 Changlimithang Stadium, Thimphu, Bhutan 1–1 3–1 2025 Women's Tri-Nation Cup 3. 22 June 2025 Theyab Awana Stadium, Al Khawaneej, Dubai, UAE 2–1 3–1 Friendly
Style of play
Sarah is known for her acceleration, defending ability and shooting ability. She is also known for her strength and technical ability.
In popular culture
Sarah starred in the Malaysian movie Gol & Gincu. Vol 2.
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