Sumareh – rebellion and redemption


PETALING JAYA: Mohamadou Sumareh is a star of the Malaysian national team, loved by the fans who call him “Keli Boy” or Mo. He is also a pillar for Pahang in the Super League – but the first naturalised player for Harimau Malaya is also a man who ran away from home to prove a point.Having lived in Malaysia since he was 12, all the Gambian-born lad wanted to do was play football, but his parents had other ideas.

An important man: Winger Mohamadou Sumareh is an asset to Pahang. He has been with the team since 2017. Pahang is coached by Dollah Salleh.An important man: Winger Mohamadou Sumareh is an asset to Pahang. He has been with the team since 2017. Pahang is coached by Dollah Salleh.

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