Abdullah Akbar


Abdullah Akbar was a footballer who represented the Pakistan national football team during the late 1960s. He is remembered for his performances and dribbling.

Early life

Akbar was born in 1945, in Karachi, British India.

Club career

Abdullah started playing for KMC in 1963. In 1964 He joined Victoria SC, He helped them win the First Division League in 1964, and runners-up in 1965, Before joining EPIDC playing alongside his brother Ali Nawaz Baloch. He helped the club win First Division League in 1967, 1968, 1970. During his stay in the Dhaka League, he also represented Dacca Division at the National Football Championship. Towards the end of his career, Abdullah returned to his former club KMC. As well as Pakistan Airlines alongside his brother Ali Nawaz Baloch.

International career

Akbar started representing the Pakistan national football team at the 1967 RCD Cup. He also played for Pakistan in the 1969 RCD Cup where scored against Iran in a 2–4 defeat in the 1969 RCD Cup. He was also present at the 1968 AFC Asian Cup qualification.

Playing style

Abdullah was a speedy and crafty dribbler, his dribbling style was crisp and short.

Personal life

Akbar's uncle Dad Muhammad was also a footballer in the 1950s, he played alongside his brother Ali Nawaz Baloch in the Pakistan national football team and also in EPIDC. His other brother, Ismail Roshoon, was also a footballer in the 1960s.

Career statistics

International goals

No.DateVenueOpponentScoreResultCompetition
113 September 1969Ankara 19 Mayıs Stadium, Ankara, Turkey2–42–41969 RCD Cup

Honours

; Victoria SC
  • Dhaka First Division League:
  • * Winners : 1964
  • * Runners-up : 1965
; EPIDC
  • Dhaka First Division League:
  • * Winners : 1967, 1968, 1970