About Abdi Kassim
Born 1984. Abdi Kassim is a Tanzanian association football player.
Abdi Kassim (born October 19, 1984 in Zanzibar) is a footballer from Tanzania.
International career Also known as BABI or sometime Ballack of unguja, Kassim was the first player to score a goal in Tanzania's new stadium in Dar es Salaam, the Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium, in a friendly match against Uganda to mark the official opening of the venue. The stadium was built by the Chinese Government in collaboration with the Tanzania government.
Kassim is noted for his long range shooting ability. He favours his left foot.
On 4 January 2011, Yanga and Tanzanian national team midfielder Abdi Kassim has signed a two-year contract with a Vietnamese club, Đồng Tâm Long An.
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Who is Abdi Kassim?
Tanzanian footballer
When was Abdi Kassim born?
Abdi Kassim was born on 19 October 1984 in Zanzibar Islands.
What is Abdi Kassim's occupation?
Abdi Kassim is an association football player.
What nationality is Abdi Kassim?
Abdi Kassim is Tanzanian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Abdi Kassim. https://biography.guide/abdi-kassim/
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