Arnold Rodrigues
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| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Arnold Rodrigues | ||
| Date of birth | 1954 (age 70–71)[1] | ||
| Place of birth | Dar es Salaam, Tanganyika Territory | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 1971–1972 | Mapusa Youth | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1972–1974 | Panvel SC | ||
| 1974–1984 | Salgaocar | ||
| 1984–1989 | Croydon | ||
| 1995–2004 | Simba SC | ||
| International career | |||
| 1977–1984 | India | ||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Arnold Rodrigues (born c. 1954) is a former British footballer who played as a midfielder for Salgaocar and the India football team.[2] Born in Tanzania, he represented India internationally, after making his debut in 1977.
Rodrigues was born in Dar es Salaam, Tanganyika Territory, to Goan parents, before being sent to a boarding school Monte de Guirim School in Bardez, Goa, India.[1] His family hailed from Orlim, Salcete, Goa.[3]
Career
Rodrigues played for the club Salgaocar[3] and the Goa football team at the Santosh Trophy.[4]
In 1989, Rodrigues signed with Croydon of Isthmian Football League.[5] He also appeared with English Non-League football outfit Simba, a team having Goan players.[5]
Style of play
Rodrigues was known for his speed and dribbling ability.[6]
Personal life
Rodrigues is married, has lived in London, England, is a British citizen, and is a supporter of English Premier League side Liverpool.[5]