About Lim You
Player Profile
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Lim You (林悠) |
| Age | 14 years old |
| Nationality | Malaysian-American |
| Born | Taiwan |
| Parents | From Johor, Malaysia |
| Position | Forward / Striker |
| Jersey Number | #21 |
| Height | 165cm |
| Strong Foot | Left |
| Current Team | Malayan Tigress U-17 |
| Coach | Fairuz Montana Zainal Abidin |
| Youth Academy | XF Academy (United States) |
Her Story
Early Beginnings
Lim You was born in Taiwan to Malaysian parents from Johor. Despite her birthplace, her football journey began in the United States, where she developed her skills at XF Academy. It was there that her raw talent as a striker began to shine.
The Lethal Lefty
What makes Lim You special isn't just her finishing — it's her left foot. From a young age, her father recognized that left-footed players are rare and decided to turn that into her superpower.
Since I was young, my father often trained my left foot because there aren't many left-footed players and it is almost like a special advantage. I am lucky to be left-footed.
— Lim You, after her 7-goal performanceJoining the National Team
In 2026, Lim You was among a group of overseas-based dual-heritage youngsters called up to the Malaysian national youth setup. She joined fellow dual-heritage players Sofia Jeanne Lacasse and Dishanna Pillay in the Malayan Tigress U-17 squad under head coach Fairuz Montana Zainal Abidin.
The Breakout
Her call-up to the Srikandi Merdeka Cup 2026 in Indonesia proved to be the turning point. In Malaysia's final group match against Saudi Arabia, Lim You delivered a performance that instantly went viral — scoring 7 goals in a 9-0 victory and securing Malaysia's place in the semi-finals.
Playing Style
Fans and media have compared Lim You to Mohamed Salah due to her lethal left foot, confidence shooting from distance, and ability to cut inside and finish. Six of her seven goals against Saudi Arabia came from outside the penalty box, including a stunning free kick.
Personality
Despite the sudden fame, Lim You remains remarkably grounded. She credits her teammates for providing the assists and approaches every match with excitement rather than pressure.
Honestly, there is a little (pressure), but football is a game that I really enjoy and I get excited every time I step onto the pitch, regardless of who the opponent is. We will give our best to bring the trophy home to Malaysia.
— Lim You, ahead of the semi-final