Overview
Amin Nasir (born circa 1968 – died 16 January 2017) was a Singaporean professional footballer and later a coach. Primarily deployed as a defender, he played for several clubs in Singapore's domestic league and represented his country at regional competitions. After retiring from playing he moved into coaching, most notably leading a club in the S.League (now known as the Singapore Premier League).
Playing career and characteristics
As a defender, Amin was known for the typical responsibilities of the position: marking opponents, contesting aerial duels, and contributing to the organisation of the back line. During his club career he featured for teams that competed in Singapore's top-flight competition. His club affiliations included:
These clubs were part of the domestic professional structure that provided players with regular competitive matches and visibility for national team selection.
International career
Amin Nasir earned caps with the Singapore national team and was a member of squads that competed in regional tournaments. He was part of the national side that won a bronze medal at the 1993 Southeast Asian Games, a biennial multi-sport event that is an important competition for athletes across Southeast Asia. Participation at the SEA Games is often regarded as a highlight for footballers from the region.
Managerial career
After ending his playing career, Amin transitioned into coaching and management. He served as manager of Hougang United in the S.League from 2013 to 2014. In this role he worked on team selection, training programmes and match tactics, applying experience gained as a player to the development of the squad in Singapore's professional league.
Personal life, illness and death
Amin's older records indicate a birth year of around 1968. In 2012 he was diagnosed with colon cancer and underwent treatment while remaining connected to the football community. He died on 16 January 2017 in Yishun, Singapore, at the age of 48. He was survived by his wife and two children. His battle with cancer and passing prompted public condolences from peers and local supporters.
Legacy and notable facts
Amin is remembered for his contributions to Singaporean football both on the pitch and from the sidelines. He was also the brother of Nazri Nasir, who later captained the Singapore national team from 1997 to 2003 — a family link that is often noted in discussions of Singapore's football history. Amin's career reflects the pathway of many domestic players who move from club football to national representation and then into coaching roles within the same national league structure.
Summary
- Position: Defender in Singapore's domestic league.
- Clubs: Sembawang Rangers, Woodlands Wellington among others.
- International: Represented Singapore; SEA Games bronze medallist (1993).
- Managerial role: Hougang United (2013–2014).
- Personal: Diagnosed with colon cancer in 2012; died in 2017.