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Mohamad Izwan bin Mahbud (born 14 July 1990) is a Singaporean professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Singapore Premier League club Young Lions, on loan from Lion City Sailors, and the Singapore national team.

Key Information

Izwan was also the captain of the Singapore Selection XI during the 2015 Premier League Asia Trophy against Arsenal and Stoke City.

Club career

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Young Lions

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Izwan began his professional football career with S.League club Young Lions in 2008 after playing at the National Football Academy.

LionsXII

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In January 2012, Izwan joined the newly created club, LionsXll which compete in the Malaysia Super League. During his time with the LionsXII, Izwan helped the team win the 2013 Malaysian Super League and 2015 Malaysian FA Cup titles. During his time at the club, he was seen being used as a free kick taker during some of the club matches.

Making headlines in Japan and stints with Matsumoto Yamaga

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On 16 June 2015, Izwan pulled a magnificent performance at the Saitama Stadium which shocked a 0–0 draw between Singapore and Japan. Izwan's heroic displays have drawn praise from Japanese fans and club coaches and also drew interest from several clubs, including newly promoted J-League 1 side Matsumoto Yamaga. Yamaga's Vice-president, Yoshiyuki Kato stated that he was very impressed by Izwan's concentration and ability and gave Izwan a one-week trial at Yamaga.[3] It was later revealed that uncertainty over his ability and the language barrier prevented Izwan from becoming the first Singaporean to play in the J.League, with the club expressing concerns that Izwan was not any better than the local players Yamaga had.[4]

Heavily linked to Real Sociedad

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On 16 November 2015, Singapore goalkeeping coach, John Burridge said that David Moyes was thinking about signing Izwan to La Liga side, Real Sociedad as a back-up to first choice goalkeeper, Gerónimo Rulli but Moyes got sacked a week before so the deal didn't materialized. [5][6][7]

Tampines Rovers

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In late 2015, when the decision was made by the Football Association of Malaysia to kick the LionsXII out of the Malaysian Super League, Izwan, along with former teammates Christopher van Huizen, Izzdin Shafiq, Hafiz Sujad and Firdaus Kasman linked up with former coach V. Sundramoorthy at Tampines Rovers.[8]

Nongbua Pitchaya

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After spending two years with Tampines Rovers, Izwan signed for Nongbua Pitchaya on 14 December 2017, becoming the second Singaporean to play in the Thai League 2, alongside compatriot and fellow goalkeeper, Hassan Sunny, who joined Army United for a second stint.[9] It was reported that Izwan took a pay cut to join the Thai side, underlining his fierce desire to try his talent overseas.[10] His move to Thailand was a successful one as he was named in FourFourTwo's Thai League 2 Team of the Season at the end of the 2018 season.[11]

Trat

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After spending two seasons in the Thai League 2, on 16 December 2019, Izwan signed for top-flight Thailand side Trat for the 2020 Thai League 1 season.[12]

Hougang United

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On 27 June 2021, Izwan return to his home country after a long stint in Thailand by signing for the Singapore Premier League side Hougang United for the remainder of the 2021 season.[13]

Izwan's Hougang debut didn't go as planned as the Cheetahs lost 4–1 to Tanjong Pagar United. Izwan couldn't preserve a point for his side against Albirex at home after conceding a lobbed goal by Takahiro Tezuka and ultimately lost to the title holders.

Izwan picked up his first clean sheet for the Cheetahs in a 1–0 win against Young Lions

Lion City Sailors

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On 8 January 2022, Izwan joined the newly privatised Singaporean club, Lion City Sailors on a 2-year contract. He was used as a backed up goalkeeper behind national teammates, Hassan Sunny. In 2023, Izwan featured in all of the cup matches which he helped the club to win the 2023 Singapore Cup.

Midway during the 2024–25 season, Izwan was chosen as the main choice goalkeeper replacing Zharfan Rohaizad after a couple of blunders throughout the season. Izwan also kept a clean sheet during the 2024–25 AFC Champions League Two fixture against Chinese club Zhejiang Professional where he pulled a couples of saves in a 2–0 win. During the second leg of the AFC Champions League semi-final match at the Sydney Football Stadium on 16 April 2025, Izwan put up a couple of magnificent saves thus seeing Lion City Sailors qualified to a historical 2025 AFC Champions League Two final. [14][15] Despite Maxime Lestienne's equaliser in the 91st minute of the 2025 AFC Champions League Two final against Sharjah, the Sailors finished as a runner-up after conceding in the 97th minute to finish the game in a 1–2 defeat.[16]

Loan to Young Lions

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On 7 January 2026, Izwan joined Young Lions on loan for the remainder of the 2025–26 season. On his first match for Young Lions on 16 January, he received a red card in the 22' minute against Tampines Rovers.

International career

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Izwan made his international debut for Singapore in a friendly match against Chinese Taipei on 18 July 2011. He rose to prominence in 2011 when he started in goal for Singapore as they defeated traditional rivals Malaysia over a two-leg 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifier in the same month.[10]

On 16 June 2015, Izwan made 18 saves as Singapore managed keep a clean sheet against Asian giants, Japan to a 0–0 draw in Saitama during a 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier match.[10]

On 12 June 2021, Izwan played managed to hold 3-time AFC Asian Cup winners, Saudi Arabia from scoring until the 83rd minute where Salem Al-Dawsari broke the deadlock.

On 18 November 2024, Izwan returned to the starting line-up after a 3 years absence with the national team where he played in a 3–2 lost to Chinese Taipei.

Career statistics

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Club

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As of match played 25 September 2024. Caps and goals may not be correct.
Club Season S.League Singapore Cup Singapore
League Cup 		Asia Total
Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Young Lions 2008 5 0 - - - - — 5 0
2009 9 0 - - - - — 9 0
2010 24 0 5 0 1 0 — 30 0
2011 25 0 — — — 25 0
Total 63 0 5 0 1 0 0 0 69 0
Club Season Malaysia
Super League 		Malaysia
FA Cup 		Malaysia Cup Asia Total
LionsXII 2012[17] 11 0 1 0 8 0 — 20 0
2013[18] 21 0 1 0 8 0 — 30 0
2014[19] 22 0 2 0 6 0 — 30 0
2015 0 0 0 0 0 0 — 0 0
Total 54 0 4 0 22 0 0 0 80 0
Club Season S.League Singapore Cup Singapore
League Cup 		Asia Total
Tampines Rovers 2016 18 0 4 0 0 0 9 0 21 0
2017 17 0 2 0 0 0 7 0 26 0
Total 35 0 6 0 0 0 16 0 47 0
Club Season Thai League T2 Thai FA Cup Thai League Cup Asia Total
Nongbua Pitchaya 2018 0 0 - - - - — 0 0
2019 32 0 0 0 1 0 — 33 0
Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Trat 2020 3 0 - - - - — 3 0
Total 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0
Samut Prakan City 2020 3 0 - - - - — 3 0
Total 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0
Club Season S.League Singapore Cup Others Asia Total
Hougang United 2021 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 0
Total 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 0
Lion City Sailors 2022 8 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 11 0
2023 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 6 0
2024–25 7 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 9 0
Total 15 0 9 0 1 0 1 0 26 0
Career total 160 0 23 0 24 0 10 0 206 0
  • Young Lions and LionsXII are ineligible for qualification to AFC competitions in their respective leagues.
  • Young Lions withdrew from the Singapore Cup and Singapore League Cup in 2011 due to scheduled participation in the 2011 AFF U-23 Youth Championship.

International

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No Date Venue Opponent Result Competition
1 18 July 2011 Jalan Besar Stadium, Kallang, Singapore  Chinese Taipei 3-2 (won) Friendly
2 23 July 2011 Jalan Besar Stadium, Kallang, Singapore  Malaysia 5-3 (won) 2014 FIFA World Cup qualification – AFC second round
3 28 July 2011 Bukit Jalil National Stadium, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia  Malaysia 1-1 (draw) 2014 FIFA World Cup qualification – AFC second round
4 2 September 2011 Tuodong Sports Center, Kunming, China  China 1-2 (lost) 2014 FIFA World Cup qualification – AFC third round
5 7 October 2011 Jalan Besar Stadium, Kallang, Singapore  Philippines 2-0 (won) Friendly
6 2 September 2011 Jalan Besar Stadium, Kallang, Singapore  Jordan 0-3 (lost) 2014 FIFA World Cup qualification – AFC third round
7 1 June 2012 Hong Kong Stadium, So Kon Po, Singapore  Hong Kong 0-1 (lost) Friendly
8 8 June 2012 Jalan Besar Stadium, Kallang, Singapore  Malaysia 2-2 (draw) Friendly
9 15 August 2012 Jurong West Stadium, Jurong, Singapore  Hong Kong 2-0 (won) Friendly
10 11 September 2012 Thuwunna YTC Stadium, Yangon, Myanmar  Myanmar 1-1 (draw) Friendly
11 16 October 2012 Choa Chu Kang Stadium, Choa Chu Kang, Singapore  India 2-0 (won) Friendly
12 25 November 2012 Bukit Jalil National Stadium, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia  Malaysia 3-0 (won) 2012 AFF Championship
13 28 November 2012 Bukit Jalil National Stadium, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia  Indonesia 0-1 (lost) 2012 AFF Championship
14 1 December 2012 Shah Alam Stadium, Shah Alam, Malaysia  Laos 4-3 (won) 2012 AFF Championship
15 8 December 2012 Rizal Memorial Stadium, Manila, Philippines  Philippines 0-0 (draw) 2012 AFF Championship
16 12 December 2012 Jalan Besar Stadium, Kallang, Singapore  Malaysia 1-0 (won) 2012 AFF Championship
17 19 December 2012 Jalan Besar Stadium, Kallang, Singapore  Thailand 3–1 (won) 2012 AFF Championship
18 22 December 2012 Supachalasai Stadium, Bangkok, Thailand  Thailand 0–1 (lost) 2012 AFF Championship

Honours

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Club

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LionsXII

Lion City Sailors

International

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References

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Izwan Mahbud

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Mohamad Izwan bin Mahbud (born 14 July 1990) is a Singaporean professional footballer who plays as a for Lion City Sailors in the . Standing at 1.83 metres tall and right-footed, he joined Lion City Sailors on 8 January 2022 and extended his contract until 30 June 2026 in June 2025. Izwan has represented the national team, earning 69 caps in matches as of November 2025. Izwan rose to prominence in the early 2010s with LionsXII, where he won the Malaysia Super League in 2012 and became Singapore's primary goalkeeper at age 22. He played a pivotal role as the starting goalkeeper in Singapore's triumphant 2012 AFF Championship (ASEAN Cup) campaign, securing the nation's last regional title to date. A standout performance came in June 2015 during a 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier, where he made 18 saves to hold Japan to a 0–0 draw. After stints with Tampines Rovers (2016–2017) and Thai clubs Nongbua Pitchaya (2017–2019) and Trat FC (2019–2020), Izwan returned to Singapore with Hougang United in 2021 before moving to Lion City Sailors. He helped Lion City win the 2023 Singapore Cup. A ruptured anterior cruciate ligament in 2022 sidelined him, but he staged a comeback in the 2024/25 season, recording eight clean sheets during the campaign and earning a national team call-up after 30 months away, becoming the squad's most senior player following Hassan Sunny's retirement; he continued to feature prominently in the 2024 AFF Championship and subsequent internationals.

Club career

Young Lions

Mohamad Izwan bin Mahbud was born on 14 July 1990 in Singapore. He progressed through the National Football Academy before joining the Young Lions, the Football Association of Singapore's developmental squad in the S.League, in early 2008 to begin his professional career. At the age of 17, Mahbud made his professional debut for the Young Lions during the 2008 S.League season. Over four seasons from 2008 to 2011, he featured in 63 matches across all competitions, gradually establishing himself as the primary goalkeeper and showcasing his agility and command in the box as a promising young talent. Mahbud's performances included notable saves against stronger S.League opponents, helping to bolster the Young Lions' defense amid frequent relegation struggles and limited team resources. Despite the developmental nature of the club, which prioritized youth exposure over results, his consistent displays underscored his potential and contributed to the squad's efforts in competitive fixtures. During this period, Mahbud's growth earned him selections for Singapore's national youth teams, signaling his readiness for higher-level opportunities and marking a key phase in his development as a professional .

LionsXII

Izwan Mahbud joined in early 2012 as the club's first-choice ahead of their inaugural season in the . Over the next four years, he established himself as a reliable presence between the posts, featuring as the primary starter in league and cup competitions. Mahbud played a pivotal role in LionsXII's domestic achievements, including their 2013 Malaysia Super League title win under coach , where his consistent performances contributed to a strong defensive record. He also helped secure the 2015 , earning man-of-the-match honors in the final with a series of crucial saves during a 3-1 over , including denying Colombian striker Erwin Carrillo twice. Throughout his tenure, Mahbud recorded multiple clean sheets in both league campaigns and cup ties, underscoring his importance to the team's backline stability. His standout form drew international attention, culminating in a one-week trial with club Matsumoto Yamaga in December 2015, shortly after the season ended. During the trial, Mahbud impressed club officials and participated in training sessions and a friendly match against Matsumoto University, sparking media headlines about a potential permanent transfer to 's second tier. Earlier that year, following his heroics in a World Cup qualifier against , Yamaga's vice-president Yoshiyuki Kato had personally invited him, praising his concentration and shot-stopping ability. Mahbud was also heavily linked with a move to Spanish side in late 2015, with then-manager expressing strong interest in signing the Singaporean goalkeeper. Singapore goalkeeping coach revealed that Moyes had been tracking Mahbud closely and believed he was suited for the Spanish league, but the potential deal collapsed following Moyes' sacking in November. Mahbud departed at the end of the 2015 season upon contract expiry, coinciding with the of Singapore's decision to disband the club and reintegrate its players into the S.League. The disbandment, announced on December 4, 2015, marked the end of 's four-year stint in Malaysian football, during which Mahbud had become a fan favorite for his commanding presence and as in the final campaign.

Tampines Rovers

Following the disbandment of LionsXII at the end of 2015, Izwan Mahbud returned to the S.League by signing with Tampines Rovers on a free transfer ahead of the 2016 season. In his debut season with Tampines, Izwan featured in 17 league matches, starting all of them and playing 1,470 minutes as the team finished second in the S.League standings with 54 points from 24 matches. Across all competitions, including the AFC Cup and , he appeared in 26 games, conceding 28 goals without recording a clean sheet, amid reports of uncharacteristic errors that affected his consistency. Notable among these was a first-half blunder in the final against (S), where a mishandled clearance gifted the opening goal in a 2-0 defeat, contributing to criticism during high-profile title-deciding fixtures. Izwan had standout moments, including a crucial penalty save against Mohun in the AFC Champions League qualifying second leg, helping secure a 2-1 aggregate win to advance, and another penalty stop in the semifinal against Ceres-Negros FC during a 2-1 victory. Despite these highlights, his form dip persisted into , where he continued as the primary goalkeeper but faced ongoing challenges with injuries and errors. Izwan departed at the end of the 2017 season, signing a two-year with Thai club Nong Bua Pitchaya FC in December 2017 as he sought opportunities abroad following a transitional period marked by adaptation struggles back in .

Nongbua Pitchaya

In December 2017, following two seasons with Rovers in the S.League, Izwan Mahbud signed a one-year with Nongbua Pitchaya FC of the , becoming the second Singaporean player to join the club after . Motivated by a desire to play overseas and revitalize his career after a period of limited national team opportunities, he accepted a significant pay cut despite recent hand surgery, viewing the move as a personal challenge to develop further as a . Izwan quickly established himself as the first-choice for the 2018 season, appearing in 18 league matches and contributing to the team's defensive solidity. Nongbua Pitchaya enjoyed a strong campaign under his watch, finishing fifth in the 16-team division with 45 points from 28 games, securing a comfortable mid-table position well clear of the relegation zone. Early highlights included three clean sheets in his first five outings, during which he conceded just three goals as the side went unbeaten with four wins and a draw to lead the standings temporarily. His consistent performances, including crucial saves in high-stakes fixtures, were key to the club's promotion push, though they ultimately fell short of the top three spots required for automatic elevation to Thai League 1. Adapting to Thailand's competitive landscape presented challenges, including the league's physical intensity and the pressures of performing as a foreign in a new cultural setting. Izwan emphasized the importance of approaching the opportunity with an open mind and maximum effort, stating that success abroad demanded "100 per cent commitment" from day one. Despite potential language hurdles in communications, his professionalism and resilience earned praise from observers, helping him integrate and deliver reliable displays amid a demanding . His initial expired at the end of 2018, after which he chose to remain with the club for another season.

Trat

In December 2019, Izwan Mahbud signed a one-year contract with Trat FC to join the club for the 2020 Thai League 1 season, marking his progression to Thailand's top division after two successful years with second-tier side Nongbua Pitchaya. This move positioned him as one of four Singaporean players in the , alongside at Prachuap FC and at BG Pathum United. Izwan featured in three league matches for during the abbreviated 2020 campaign, conceding six goals across 270 minutes of action. As a behind starter Peerapong Pichitchotvisawa, his opportunities were limited amid competition for the starting role. The season, which began in February, was severely disrupted by the , with the league suspending play after only four rounds in March and not resuming until later in the year; Trat ultimately finished 12th in the 18-team table before being relegated the following season. No standout individual moments, such as penalty saves in cup competitions, were recorded during his brief stint, as exited the 2020 in the round of 64 and the League Cup group stage without Izwan featuring. Following the league's suspension, released Izwan in June 2020 as part of cost-cutting measures amid the pandemic. He departed the club after less than a year, seeking continued opportunities in Thai football rather than an immediate return to .

Samut Prakan City

In September 2020, Izwan Mahbud signed a one-year contract with of the , continuing his career in Thailand's top division after his release from Trat FC. As a backup , he made three appearances in the league during the 2020-2021 season, which was further impacted by disruptions. His limited playing time reflected the competitive goalkeeping options at the club, and he departed at the end of his contract in June 2021, returning to Singapore football thereafter.

Hougang United

Izwan Mahbud returned to Singaporean football in 2021 after spending time in Thailand with Trat FC and , signing with Hougang United on 27 June 2021 to bolster the club's goalkeeping options for the remainder of the season. Regarded as one of Singapore's premier goalkeepers with 54 international caps at the time, he was brought in to compete for the starting role alongside Ridhuan Barudin. During his brief stint with the Cheetahs, Mahbud featured in 10 Singapore Premier League matches, conceding 22 goals while securing 1 clean sheet. His appearances were impacted by the competitive depth in the goalkeeping department and ongoing disruptions, which led to postponed fixtures and an irregular schedule throughout the 2021 campaign. Notably, Mahbud recorded his first clean sheet for in a 1–0 league victory over Young Lions, contributing to the team's defensive stability during a mid-season push. Mahbud's time at Hougang ended in January 2022 when he departed on a free transfer to join Lion City Sailors, seeking greater opportunities as the primary goalkeeper. The move came after just six months with the club, amid the lingering effects of the pandemic on domestic football.

Lion City Sailors

Izwan Mahbud joined Lion City Sailors from Hougang United in January 2022 on a two-year contract, initially positioned as a backup goalkeeper behind Hassan Sunny. During his early years with the club from 2022 to 2023, he made limited appearances, totaling around 15 across league and cup competitions, primarily due to a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in his left knee sustained in November 2022 that sidelined him for nearly a year. He served in a rotational role while recovering. Notably, he featured in all six Singapore Cup matches in 2023, playing the full 540 minutes and contributing to the team's triumph in the tournament final against Tampines Rovers. In the 2024/25 season, Mahbud emerged as the first-choice midway through the campaign, displacing Zharfan Rohaizad after the latter's errors in key matches, and went on to feature in over 30 games with several clean sheets that bolstered the defense. His resurgence was pivotal in the club's continental debut in the 2024–25 AFC Champions League Two, where he kept a clean sheet against Zhejiang Professional in the group stage and made crucial saves, including a fine stop on Patryk Klimala's header during the semi-final second leg against on 16 April 2025, helping secure a 2–1 aggregate victory to advance to the final. Mahbud started in the final on 18 May 2025, where Lion City Sailors fell 1–2 to despite a competitive . Domestically, Mahbud's consistent form underpinned Lion City Sailors' successful 2024/25 title win, clinched on 10 May 2025, marking their second SPL crown in three years. In recognition of his contributions, the club extended his contract through the 2025/26 season, announced in June 2025. By November 2025, Mahbud had amassed over 50 appearances for the Sailors, delivering resurgent performances highlighted by game-changing saves that solidified his status as a key leader in the squad.

International career

2012–2015

Izwan Mahbud earned his breakthrough in the national team during this period, becoming a regular starter following his international debut in a friendly against on 18 July 2011, though his consistent involvement began in 2012 at age 22. He secured his first cap of the era on 1 June 2012 in a 1–0 friendly loss to , where he came on as a substitute at . Under Radojko Avramović in 2012 and Bernd Stange from 2013 to 2015, Mahbud featured in 25 matches, establishing himself as the primary due to his reliable shot-stopping and distribution. Mahbud played a pivotal role in the 2012 AFF Suzuki Cup, appearing in all seven matches as won the tournament for the fourth time, defeating 3–2 on aggregate in the final; he recorded three clean sheets during the competition, including against (3–0) and the in the semifinals (0–0 and 1–0). His performances earned praise for composure under pressure, particularly in high-stakes games where he made crucial saves to maintain defensive solidity. In the 2014 (for the 2015 tournament), he started four matches in Group A, but finished bottom with just one point from six games, failing to advance after losses to , , and . Mahbud continued as a key figure in 2013–2014 friendlies and qualifiers, notching clean sheets against (2–0 win in June 2013) and (2–0 in August 2012), showcasing his ability to organize the backline effectively. However, toward the end of 2015, his national team involvement waned due to inconsistent club form amid the dissolution of , leading to his exclusion from subsequent call-ups until a return nearly a decade later.

2024–present

After a prolonged absence from the Singapore national team, spanning from June 2021 to late , Izwan Mahbud did not earn any caps during that period, primarily due to his transfers to Thai clubs, fluctuating form, and strong competition from for the starting position. His international hiatus ended with a recall by Tsutomu Ogura for the November 2024 friendlies, where he started in the 3–2 loss to on 18 November , marking his first appearance in over three years. Izwan's resurgence at Lion City Sailors in the season facilitated his national team return, as his consistent performances earned him a spot in subsequent matches. By 2025, he had accumulated more than 10 additional caps, including starts in the AFF group stage and key fixtures during the qualifiers. A pivotal moment came on 18 2025, when Izwan started in Singapore's 2–1 away victory over in the qualifiers, securing the nation's historic first qualification to the tournament; he made several crucial saves to preserve the win. This period solidified Izwan's role as a dependable veteran option , blending experience with renewed reliability in goal following Hassan Sunny's retirement in August ; his total international caps reached 64 as of 2025.

Career statistics

Club

As of 18 November 2025.
ClubSeasonLeagueNational CupContinentalTotal
Young Lions200910——10
2010241—25
2011252—27
Total593062
2012113—14
2013212—23
201461—7
2015164—20
Total5410064
Rovers2016183425
2017172322
Total355747
Nongbua Pitchaya20189——9
201932——32
Total410041
2020–213——3
United2021103215
Lion City Sailors2021–2282111
2022–230000
2023–2405611
2024–252231338
Total30102060
Career total2192827274

International

As of 18 November 2025.
National teamYearAppsGoals
201160
2012130
201330
201440
2015110
201630
201820
201970
202130
202470
202580
Total670
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Honours

Club

Izwan Mahbud has won four major club trophies throughout his career, primarily contributing as the primary for his teams during successful campaigns. With , he secured the 2013 Malaysian title, where the team clinched the championship with a 4-0 victory over Felda United on the final day, finishing with 50 points from 22 matches. In 2015, Mahbud played a pivotal role in winning the , starting in the final against and earning man-of-the-match honors for his key saves in a 3-1 victory at , helping claim their first title. Later, with Lion City Sailors, Mahbud started in goal for the final, contributing to a 3-1 win over United at to secure the club's first title since 2017. He was instrumental in the team's 2024/25 championship, delivering commanding performances throughout the season as Sailors finished atop the table with 72 points from 28 matches, marking their first league title in eight years. Mahbud did not win any major honours during his stints with Young Lions, Tampines Rovers, Hougang United, Nongbua Pitchaya, or Trat FC.

International

Izwan Mahbud's international honours with the national team are limited, reflecting the side's modest achievements on the regional stage during his career. His most notable accomplishment came in 2012, when he served as the primary for 's AFF Cup-winning campaign, marking the country's fourth and most recent title in the competition. Despite facing injuries to the first-choice keeper, Mahbud played a pivotal role in the tournament, contributing to a 3-1 aggregate victory over in the final after advancing through the group stage and semifinals undefeated. Singapore has not secured any major international trophies since that triumph, with Mahbud's subsequent appearances underscoring the team's defensive resilience amid broader struggles for success. In the 2024 ASEAN Championship (formerly AFF Suzuki Cup), he featured prominently as Singapore reached the semifinals for the first time in over a , topping before a 1-5 aggregate defeat to ended their run. Singapore qualified for the through standard qualifiers for the first time, in addition to their participation as hosts in 1984, with Mahbud featuring in the decisive 2-1 victory over on 18 November 2025 in Group D. No individual awards have been bestowed upon him at the international level, and team efforts have focused on containing stronger opponents without yielding further honours. Over his 64 caps, Mahbud's contributions highlight Singapore's persistent but trophyless endeavors.

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