Efforts underway to send Mohamed Ibrahim (Kappi) abroad for further treatment

Mohamed Ibrahim (Kappi), a former Victory and Maldives National Team captain, has been admitted to Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital (IGMH) after suffering a stroke earlier this month.

According to his family, the footballer experienced the stroke on April 5 while at work. Medical examinations revealed three blocked nerves in his brain, for which he underwent angioplasty. However, one of the main blockages remains, and doctors have indicated that brain surgery may be necessary.

His condition is currently stable, his family said.

“He is fine for the time being, but we are working to take him abroad for further treatment,” a family member said.

Widely regarded as one of the most skilled defenders the country has produced, Mohamed's health situation has drawn quiet concern within the sports community.

However, his family has requested privacy during this difficult time and prefers that his story not be widely circulated in the media. They have asked the public to keep him in their thoughts and prayers.

Mohamed Ibrahim played for Victory from 1992 to 2002, during which time he cemented his legacy by winning five national championships, two FA Cups, and two Cup Winners' Cups. Most notably, he captained Victory to the national championship in 2002.

He retired in 2003 after playing for New Radiant, contributing to their Cup Winners’ Cup victory that year, although he also suffered an injury during the season.

Mohamed Ibrahim was a key figure for the Maldives national team. He captained the team during their 1999 SAFF Championship campaign, where Maldives secured third place, and again led the squad in the Golden Jubilee Tournament in 2000, finishing as runners-up.

He also captained the national team during the 2001 FIFA World Cup qualifiers and holds the distinction of captaining Maldives more times than anyone after Assad Abdul Ghanee and Akram Abdul Ghanee.

Former national football team captain Mohamed Ibrahim (Kappi) suffers stroke

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