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Indian Football Mourns Syed Habibul Hasan Hameed, 1960s Forward

The All India Football Federation has expressed condolences on the passing of former India forward Syed Habibul Hasan Hameed. He represented India at the 1964 AFC Asian Cup and was part of the squad for the 1960 Rome Olympics. At the domestic level, he won the Santosh Trophy with Maharashtra and played for several historic clubs. AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey praised Hameed as a prolific forward whose contributions will be remembered.

Key Points: AIFF Mourns Former India Forward Syed Habibul Hasan Hameed

  • Represented India at 1964 AFC Asian Cup
  • Part of 1960 Rome Olympics contingent
  • Won Santosh Trophy with Maharashtra in 1963
  • Played for top clubs like Mohammedan Sporting and East Bengal
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AIFF condoles death of former India forward Syed Habibul Hasan Hameed

The AIFF condoles the death of former India forward Syed Habibul Hasan Hameed, a 1964 Asian Cup player and Olympian. Read tributes and his career highlights.

"Syed Habibul Hasan Hameed was a prolific forward in his days. His contributions to Indian Football will always be remembered with great respect. - Kalyan Chaubey"

New Delhi, March 8

The All India Football Federation condoles the death of former India forward Syed Habibul Hasan Hameed, who passed away on Friday.

Syed Habibul represented India once, at the 1964 AFC Asian Cup against Hong Kong, China, in Tel Aviv, which India won 3-1. He was also part of the Indian contingent at the 1960 Rome Olympics and the 1964 Pre-Olympic tournament, according to the AIFF.

AIFF President Shri Kalyan Chaubey said, "Syed Habibul Hasan Hameed was a prolific forward in his days. His contributions to Indian Football will always be remembered with great respect. On behalf of the Indian football community, I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and the entire football fraternity. May his soul rest in peace."

At the domestic level, Hameed had represented both Hyderabad, Bengal, and Maharashtra in the Santosh Trophy, winning the tournament with the latter in 1963.

At the club level, he had represented City College Old Boys (Hyderabad), Mohammedan Sporting, East Bengal, and Tata Sports.

He won the Aga Khan Gold Cup (1960), Dr. HK Mookherjee Shield (1960), and the DCM Trophy (1961) with Mohammedan Sporting, and the Rovers Cup (1962, joint) with East Bengal.

- ANI

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Sarah B
It's sad how many of these pioneering sports figures pass away with little fanfare. The article mentions he only got one cap for India? Makes you wonder about the talent and stories lost to time. Condolences to his family.
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Rohit P
Played for Hyderabad, Bengal, AND Maharashtra in the Santosh Trophy! And for big clubs like Mohammedan Sporting and East Bengal. That's a proper footballing journeyman. Respect. Om Shanti.
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Priyanka N
While it's good the AIFF issued a condolence, I wish our federation did more to honor these legends *while they are alive*. Document their stories, involve them in youth programs. A tweet after they pass feels insufficient.
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David E
The 1964 Asian Cup in Tel Aviv is such a fascinating piece of sporting and political history. India winning 3-1 against Hong Kong, with players like Hameed representing the country. A different world. May he rest in peace.
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Ananya R
He won the Aga Khan Gold Cup, DCM Trophy... these were the premier tournaments of that time. Players then played for passion and pride, not just contracts. A sad day for Indian football. Heartfelt condolences.

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