Born in 2005 to MM. Mohaideen and Sithy Munafira, Mohamed Mohaideen Mohamed Munsif has quickly risen to prominence in the world of football. Coming from a football-loving family, where his elder brother, MM. Musthak, represents for the Sri Lanka senior team, Munsif’s early life was steeped in the sport.
Munsif began his education at Al Azhar High School, where he studied from grades 1 to 5, before moving to Maccan Markar National School for grades 6 and 7. He completed his education at Alighar Central College, marking the beginning of a promising football career.
From a very young age, Munsif showed exceptional dedication to football, adhering to a rigorous training schedule. Under the guidance of his father and coach, MM. Mohaideen.
In 2023, Munsif was the top scorer for Division 1 Club YSSC, netting 27 goals. He continued his remarkable performance in 2024, scoring 18 goals. His talent also shone through in the Intra-Provincial Tournament, where he represented the Eastern Province under coach Mohamed Hasan Roomy. His outstanding performance earned him the “Emerging Player” award in the provincial tournament.
Munsif’s skills extended beyond the provincial level. In 2022, he was selected for the Sri Lanka Under-17 team and participated in a tour of Mongolia. His versatility and talent are not limited to football; he is also a gifted singer, drama actor, and has excelled academically, having passed the Grade 5 scholarship exam.
His list of accolades includes winning the “Ball Master” final in 2024, where he was named the best player. In addition to football, Munsif is a talented athlete. He achieved first place in both the 5000m and 1500m events at the zonal level this year and was the gold medalist in the 5000m event at the 2022 Provincial Meet, where he was also named the tournament’s best player.
Munsif credits his father as the driving force behind his success. From playing kickball with him as a child to coaching him through his football journey, his father’s support has been crucial to his rise. Munsif’s story is one of determination, hard work, and the unwavering support of his family, making him a multi-talented athlete and a rising star in Sri Lankan football.
