Picked to take the reins of Penang-based outfit Sungai Ara on a one-year contract in late 2014, the former striker was greeted by supporters, players and officials upon arrival to the Malaysian state. Improving the fitness level and morale of the players ahead of the season with six months of preparation and 30 friendlies played, his target was to gain promotion to the Malaysia Premier League by 2016, expressing gratefulness to the board.
