National Football Day July 19
Ideas for celebration in schools
National Football Day – 19th July in schools, in honor of Syed Abdul Rahim
1.Organize an inter-house football tournament with a short tribute to Syed Abdul Rahim during the opening.
2.Host a morning assembly tribute sharing key milestones and inspirational stories from his coaching career.
3.Conduct a "Rahim Cup Mini Football Match" for students (5-a-side or 7-a-side format) to encourage mass participation.
4.Set up a “Wall of Fame” displaying achievements of Indian football under Rahim’s leadership with photos, dates, and quotes.
5.Launch a football skills challenge such as dribbling, passing accuracy, or goal scoring contests.
6.Screen a documentary or short film on Indian football’s golden era under Syed Abdul Rahim.
7.Conduct a quiz competition on Indian football history, major tournaments, and Syed Abdul Rahim’s legacy.
8.Invite a local football coach or player to share insights on the game and Rahim’s influence on coaching.
9.Organize a “Football Art & Poster Exhibition” where students create artwork or posters celebrating Indian football.
10.Start a “Rahim Football Talk” – a student-led presentation or podcast on values like discipline, strategy, and leadership in sports.
11.Host a football-themed essay or poetry competition on the topic “What Syed Abdul Rahim means to Indian Football”.
12.Launch a “My Football Pledge” campaign where students commit to playing fair, respecting opponents, and promoting teamwork.