Maidaan

Syed Abdul Rahim, a legendary figure in Indian football, serves as the inspiration for this piece. Nicknamed “Rahim Saab,” he’s widely considered the architect who built modern Indian football. His reign as coach and manager, spanning 1950 to 1963, is fondly remembered as the sport’s golden era in India. This period, particularly from 1952 to 1962, witnessed the national team reach unprecedented heights.