Quick Facts
Biography
Zah Rahan Krangar (born on March 7, 1989 in Monrovia) is a Liberian footballer and Attacking (midfielder) currently playing for Felda United in the Malaysia Super League. He is also a member of the Liberia national football team. Made his international debut on 3 September 2006 with a goal away to host Equatorial Guinea in his side 2-1 loss.
Early Career
Zah began his career at local club Ducor Defenders in Monrovia, Liberia. Ducor Defenders, he developed into one of the country's best players in his position and was subsequently refereed to as " Midfield Zah".
Personal Life & Education
Zah Krangar was born on March 7, 1989 at Old Government Hospital, Ashmon Street in Monrovia, Liberia. He came from a family of seven (7). He is the last born of his parents. He started his Basic Education at the C. William Brisken Elementary School in Monrovia, Liberia. He continued at the AME Zion High School in Monrovia.
Growing up, Zah had to focus on Education and Soccer. He was regarded as on of the best Midfielders on his School team. He gained the love of so many football supporters in his school and his community.
Professional Career
Racing Bafoussam Transfer
Zah first Asian experience started in 2005 after excellent performances for Cameroonian club Racing Bafoussam. Persekabpas Pasuruan quickly put in a transfer request for the versatile midfielder and he officially signed with the Indonesian club on January 1, 2005.
Felda United
On January 1, 2014 he signed for Felda United F.C. in Malaysia after impressive seasons at Indonesian club Persipura Jayapura. He moved to Felda United which was owned by Federal Land Development Authority of Malaysia (FELDA). Zah made his official debut for Felda United on 9 December 2013 during their Pre-Season match in Australia ahead of the official start of the League on 12 December 2013.
International career
Zah made his International debut for the Liberia senior National Team(Lone Star) on 3 September 2006 in Equatorial Guinea where he scored his debut goal in Liberia's 2-1 away lost. As of 2016, Zah Krangar have made 30 appearances for the Lone Star and with 9 Goals to his credit.
Presidential Cup Friendly
Zah scored two goals to helped Liberia clinch a 2-0 win over Ghana in an international friendly or 2nd annual President’s Cup in Monrovia in September 2012.
Malaysia All Stars XI Debut
On July 24, 2015, Zah Krangar was listed among five foreign players from the Malaysian League in the Malaysian All Stars XI squad that played English Premier League Club, Liverpool FC in a Pre-Season and the club Asian Tour at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium in Malaysia. The game ended 1-1.
Style of play
Zah is known for his energy in the midfield and has been compared with ex-Arsenal player Alex Song and various other African midfielders who have lots of pace and stamina. He has also been called a younger version of Michael Essien because of his hard work in the defensive midfielder role.
International Goals
| Goal | Date | Venue | Opponent | Score | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 September 2006 | Estadio Internacional, Malabo, Equatorial Guinea |  Equatorial Guinea | 1–1 | 2-1 | 2008 Africa Cup of Nations qualification |
| 2 | 21 June 2008 | Stade Leopold Senghor, Dakar, Senegal |  Senegal | 3-1 | 3-1 | 2010 FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) |
| Goal | Competition | Date | Venue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Goals | 2012 President Cup | 11 September 2012 | SKD Sports Complex |
Honours
Club honors
- Sriwijaya
- Liga Indonesia (1): 2007–08
- Piala Indonesia (3): 2007–08, 2008–09, 2010
- Persipura Jayapura
- Indonesia Super League (1): 2010–11
- Indonesian Inter Island Cup (1): 2011
- Indonesia Super League (2): 2012–13
Individual honors
- Liga Indonesia Best player (1): 2007–08