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SINGAPORE – Former Singapore international footballer Salim Moin died in the early hours of Saturday (October 7). He was 59 years old.
Salim starred for the Singapore national team during the 1980s alongside players like David Lee, Terry Pathmanathan and Malek Awab, helping the Lions win the 1980 Malaysian Cup. He was known for his ability to create plays and ability to score long-range goals.
He made 176 appearances for the national team between 1979 and 1993, scoring 63 goals.
After his playing career, Salim became a highly respected coach in the country. He was head coach of the S-League clubs Gombak United, Balestier Khalsa, Woodlands Wellington, Tampines Rovers and Hougang United. He was also the coach of the National Soccer Academy from 2009 to 2010.
His last coaching position was as Clement Teo’s assistant coach at Hougang United in 2019.
According to his close friends, Salim complained of chest pains just before midnight on Friday and collapsed upon arriving at Sengkang General Hospital near his apartment in Hougang.
Hougang United posted a post on their Facebook page saying they are “extremely saddened” to learn of Salim’s death.
“An integral part of our 2019 team who propelled the Club to its best result last season, appreciated for his heart and personality on and off the pitch, we will deeply miss him,” the club said.
Salim is expected to be buried Saturday afternoon.
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