Shahid Saleem

Shahid Saleem, is a Pakistani former footballer who played as a forward. Saleem played for Habib Bank and also represented the Pakistan national football team.

Early life

Saleem was born on 7 December 1976 in Lyari, Karachi. He started playing football at the age of 12 with Rangiwara Football Club Lyari and received coaching from former Dhaka Wanderers player Master Amin.

Club career

Saleem first represented Habib Bank at the National Football Championship and since 2004 at the Pakistan Premier League, also captaining the team. He played for Karachi Port Trust since 2008.

International career

Saleem was first selected for the Pakistan national football team in 1996 for the 1998 FIFA World Cup qualification. He subsequently represented the national team in several tournaments till 2005.

Personal life

Saleem has stated Pakistan national team players Muhammad Umer and Abdul Khaliq, along with Cristiano Ronaldo as his idols.