July 09, 2020, 02:13 PM
On July 9, players and fans of the local football scene received some saddening news.
Former national footballer, Hafiz Rahim, passed away on the morning of July 9, 2020.
The FAS is deeply saddened to learn about the passing of Hafiz Rahim. A skilful attacker, he scored the goals that won Geylang's 2011 Singapore Cup and Warriors' 2014 S.LEAGUE.
— Singapore Premier League (@SGPremierLeague) July 9, 2020
Our thoughts and condolences go out to Hafiz's family and loved ones during this difficult time. #SPL pic.twitter.com/oiPG85oPDt
According to The Straits Times, Hafiz was involved in a traffic accident in Tampines and had been on his motorcycle.
He was 36 years old and leaves behind his wife and three children.
Over 200 league appearances
In his career as a footballer, he has notably played for Geylang United, Tampines Rovers, Home United, Gombak United and Warriors FC.
According to the AIA Singapore Premier League, he has had over 200 league appearances.Some of his achievements include scoring the only and winning goal in the 2009 Singapore Club finals for Geylang United.
And another time, in 2014, he scored another winning goal for Warriors FC that won them the S-League title.
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