Super League Kerala side Malappuram FC sign Daniel Lalhlimpuia
Daniel Lalhlimpuia joins Malappuram FC after spending time in ISL.
Khel Now understands that the 28-year-old striker from Serchhip, Mizoram, Daniel Lalhlimpuia has completed a move to Super League Kerala outfit Malappuram FC ahead of the upcoming season.
A product of the Chandigarh Football Academy, Daniel has plied his trade with teams like Bengaluru FC, Chennaiyin FC, Odisha FC, Punjab FC, Mumbai City FC, Jamshedpur FC and FC Goa before finding his new home in God’s Own Country.
During his youth days, he even played for the Indian U-17 and U-20 teams. Daniel even made a handful appearances for the Indian National team while making his debut against Puerto Rico back in 2016.
Malappuram made it to the semi-finals of Super League Kerala last season and Daniel’s presence is set to bolster their attack and will elevate them as one of the title favourites next season.
How can Daniel boost Malappuram’s title ambitions?
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The Mizo striker has massive experience playing across top clubs in India at the highest level. Most SLK teams are forced to use their overseas slot to bring international strikers to score goals. However, Daniel fixes that problem for Malappuram.
Last season, the Payyanad side relied heavily on direct and transition heavy counter attacks. Daniel on the other hand can act as false number nine, who can create spaces by pulling out centre backs from their defensive lines.
He is a big match player and his experience makes him a reliable presence in the Malappuram side. He provides a calm and veteran voice in the dressing room.
Malappuram eye maiden final appearance in SLK
After a disappointing debut in SLK, Malappuram fared well last season.
They finished third and made it to their first ever playoffs. In the semi finals, they suffered a 3-1 defeat to Thrissur Magic, who scored thrice.
They turned the Payyanad Stadium as their fortress, recording one of the highest average attendances in the Super League Kerala 2025-2026 season.
With Daniel’s arrival, Malappuram’s offence looks really strong. After all, they were also one of the highest scoring teams of the season.
The seasoned Indian striker is all set to light up the Payyanad Stadium in Manjeri as they going a step further and making it to their first ever SLK Finals.
Which clubs have Daniel Lalhlimpuia played in ISL before joining Malappuram FC?
Daniel Lalhlimpuia has featured for multiple ISL clubs like Odisha FC, Jamshedpur FC, Mumbai City FC, Bengaluru FC, Chennaiyin FC, Delhi Dynamos, Punjab FC and FC Goa.
Who is Daniel Lalhlimpuia?
Daniel Lalhlimpuia is a 28-year-old striker from Serchhip, Mizoram who has recently signed a contract with SLK side Malappuram FC.
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