Rahim Abdullah
Association football player
About Rahim Abdullah
Lived 1947 – 2025 (aged 77). Rahim Abdullah was an association football player and association football coach.
Rahim Abdullah (12 September 1947 – 25 March 2025) was a Malaysian footballer who played as a midfielder.
A police officer, Rahim played for Penang FA, Perak FA and Selangor FA during his football career. He also played for the Malaysia national team, and competed in the men's tournament at the 1972 Summer Olympics. He also coached for various teams, including as head coach of the Malaysia national team in 1991.
In 2004, he was inducted in Olympic Council of Malaysia's Hall of Fame for 1972 Summer Olympics football team.
Rahim died on 25 March 2025, at the age of 77.
Honours Perak Malaysia Cup: 1970
Selangor Malaysia Cup: 1971, 1972, 1973, 1975
Malaysia Merdeka Tournament: 1973
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Rahim Abdullah?
association football player
When was Rahim Abdullah born?
Rahim Abdullah was born on 12 September 1947 in Nibong Tebal.
When did Rahim Abdullah die?
Rahim Abdullah died on 25 March 2025.
What was Rahim Abdullah's occupation?
Rahim Abdullah was an association football player and association football coach.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Rahim Abdullah (Malaysian footballer)
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