Wai Lin Aung (, born 30 July 1999) is a Burmese professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Malaysia Super League club Negeri Sembilan. He began his youth career at the Institute of Sports and Physical Education (ISPE) in Mandalay, progressing to their senior team in 2018. After helping ISPE earn promotion to the Myanmar National League, he joined Dagon Star United in 2022, where he became a regular starter.

In January 2024, Wai Lin Aung signed with Yangon United and quickly established himself as a key player in midfield. Known for his defensive work rate, ball distribution, and tactical awareness, he contributed several goals and assists in his debut season. Internationally, he has represented Myanmar at both youth and senior levels.

Club career Dagon Star United Wai Lin Aung joined Dagon Star United in 2022 after progressing through the youth ranks of ISPE. During his time at the club, he quickly established himself as a key figure in midfield, known for his strong ball-winning ability, tactical awareness, and composure in distribution. In the 2023 Myanmar National League season, he made around 18 appearances, scored 2 goals, and provided one assist, playing a central role in Dagon’s solid fifth-place finish. His performances drew widespread attention for their consistency and maturity, particularly in high-pressure matches. As a result, he was included in Myanmar’s preliminary squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, marking a significant step in his international career. His standout form ultimately earned him a transfer to Yangon United in January 2024, highlighting his steady rise as one of the country’s most promising midfielders.

Yangon United Wai Lin Aung officially joined Yangon United on 16 January 2024 after an impressive stint at Dagon Star United. Since then, he has cemented himself in the squad as a defensive/central midfielder, wearing the #14 jersey and known for his tackling, ball-winning, and effective distribution . During the 2024–25 Myanmar National League, he appeared in 14 matches, logged 991 minutes, and scored 3 goals, showcasing a steady presence in the midfield and offensive contribution. His consistent performances have been reflected in both playing time and growth in market valuation, earning him recognition as a reliable midfield asset for Yangon United. In July 2025, Yangon United terminated Wai Linn Aung's contract for player's transfer plan.

Negeri Sembilan Wai Lin Aung moved to Negeri Sembilan on a free transfer in 2025.

International career Wai Lin Aung made his senior debut for Myanmar in 2022 and has since earned 40 caps, scoring one goal. His involvement grew steadily—ten substitute appearance in 2022, followed by nine in 2023 (including two off the bench), and a breakthrough in 2024 with 12 starts and one goal during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, spanning 283 minutes. In the 2025 cycle, he was a consistent choice, ranking 7th overall in appearances, highlighting his increasing importance in Myanmar's midfield setup.

Career statistics Club

ClubSeasonLeagueCupLeague CupTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsISPE2020Myanmar National League800000802022Myanmar National League1110000111Total1910000191Dagon Star United2023Myanmar National League62000062Total62000062Yangon United2024–25Myanmar National League1430012155Total1430012155Negeri Sembilan2025–26Malaysia Super League13020101602026–27Malaysia Super League00000000Total1302010160Career total5262022568

International

+ Appearances and goals by national team and yearNational teamYearAppsGoalsMyanmar202210202390202491202510202640Total241

Scores and results list Myanmar's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Wai Lin Aung goal.

+ List of international goals scored by Wai Lin AungNo.DateVenueOpponentScoreResultCompetition1New Laos National Stadium, Vientiane, Laos1–31–42026 FIFA World Cup qualification

Honours Yangon United Champions (1):MNL Cup: 2025

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