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Career & Clubs
Arif's football career was defined by his journey through various clubs and tournaments. He began in 2004 with Island Football Club (IFC), which later rebranded to VB Sports Club in 2006. After a stint there, he moved to Club Valencia for the 2008 season of the Dhivehi League, showcasing his skills as he transitioned to New Radiant SC for the following two seasons. Returning to VB Sports Club in 2011, Arif played a pivotal role in their Dhiraagu Dhivehi League triumph that year. His career path continued with brief spells at Eagles Sports Club in 2012 and Maziya Sports Club in 2013, where his performance led to a contract extension. In January 2014, Arif ventured internationally, joining Myanmar's Kanbawza Football Club (KBZ FC) in their premier division and Premier League setup, before returning to the Maldives and signing with Club Green Streets in May 2019. He later moved to United Victory in September 2020, further enriching his professional experience.
International
On the international stage, Arif has been a mainstay in the Maldives senior national team, known for his role as a midfielder and playmaker. His notable contributions came in the SAFF Championship, where he played a crucial part in multiple championship-winning campaigns for Maldives, including victories in 2008, 2009, 2011, 2013, 2015, and 2018. Arif's career trajectory underscores his versatility and impact both domestically and internationally, solidifying his reputation as a significant figure…
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- Kanbawza F.C. (2015–2024)
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- VB Addu FC (2004–2006)
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- VB Addu FC (2007–2007)
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- Club Valencia (2008–2008)
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- New Radiant S.C. (2009–2010)
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- Victory Sports Club (2010–2011)
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- VB Addu FC (2011–2012)
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- Club Eagles (2012–2013)
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- Maziya S&RC (2013–2014)
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- Maldives men's national football team (2008–2018)
Personal
Legacy
Maldives
SAFF Championship: 2008, 2018 Club Valencia
Dhivehi League: 2008 Maldives FA Cup: 2016 Victory Sports Club
Maldives FA Cup: 2010 VB Sports Club
Dhivehi League: 2011 Maldives FA Cup: 2011 Maldivian FA Charity Shield: 2012 Maziya S&RC
Maldives FA Cup: 2014 Maldivian FA Charity Shield: 2017 Malé League: 2017 Individual
Haveeru Footballer of the Year: 2010
Clubs
Played together with
- Ahmed AbdullaNew Radiant S.C. · 2009
- Akram Abdul GhaneeClub Valencia · 2013–2013
- Akram Abdul GhaneeMaziya S&RC · 2011–2011
- Akram Abdul GhaneeNew Radiant S.C. · 2007–2009
- Akram Abdul GhaneeNew Radiant S.C. · 2013
- Akram Abdul GhaneeVB Addu FC · 2010–2010
- Akram Abdul GhaneeVictory Sports Club · 2012–2012
Ali AshfaqClub Valencia · 2001–2005- Ali AshfaqNew Radiant S.C. · 2006–2007
- Ali AshfaqNew Radiant S.C. · 2012–2013
- Ali AshfaqVB Addu FC · 2008–2011
Ali FasirClub Eagles · 2006–2006
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Identifiers & aliases
Mohamed Arif, better known by his nickname Baka, was a Maldivian professional footballer who played as a midfielder for Myanmar National league club Kanbawza Football Club and the Maldives national team. Widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the Maldives, he was among the most successful players in the country.
Opinions of fans — not verified facts.
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