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title: "M’sian Ex-Footballer Spotted Selling Drinks At Ramadan Bazaar After Failing To Receive Pay For 8 Months "
url: https://weirdkaya.com/msian-ex-footballer-spotted-selling-drinks-at-ramadan-bazaar-after-failing-to-receive-pay-for-8-months/
date: 2025-03-06
modified: 2025-03-06
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author: "Yu Ang Tan"
description: "Former Sri Pahang FC footballer Mohammad Gopi Rizqi, 36, has been spotted selling drinks at a Ramadan bazaar in Kampung Api-Api, Pahang, after reportedly going unpaid for eight months. According..."
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# M’sian Ex-Footballer Spotted Selling Drinks At Ramadan Bazaar After Failing To Receive Pay For 8 Months 

##### Former Sri Pahang FC footballer Mohammad Gopi Rizqi, 36, has been spotted selling drinks at a Ramadan bazaar in Kampung Api-Api, Pahang, after reportedly going unpaid for eight months.

According to [Berita Harian](https://www.bharian.com.my/berita/nasional/2025/03/1368928/bekas-bintang-bola-sepak-kini-cari-rezeki-berniaga-air-balang) &[ Sinar Harian](https://www.sinarharian.com.my/article/715969/edisi/johor/lapan-bulan-gaji-tertunggak-bintang-bola-sepak-gopi-rizki-niaga-air-balang#google_vignette), Gopi, originally from Kuantan, played for several Malaysian clubs, including Pahang (2010-2015, 2020), Selangor (2016), Johor Darul Ta'zim (2017-2018), Melaka United (2018), and PDRM (2019).

![Gopi Rizqi 2](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/gopi-rizqi-2.jpg)Photo via [Sinar Harian](https://www.sinarharian.com.my/article/715969/edisi/johor/lapan-bulan-gaji-tertunggak-bintang-bola-sepak-gopi-rizki-niaga-air-balang#google_vignette)

During his time with Pahang, he won the Malaysia Cup twice and an FA Cup title.

## Viral photo draws attention

His small drink stall unexpectedly gained attention after photos of him selling corn and longan-flavoured drinks, as well as traditional kuih, went viral on social media.

![Gopi Rizqi 1](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/gopi-rizqi-1.webp)Photo via [Sinar Harian](https://www.sinarharian.com.my/article/715969/edisi/johor/lapan-bulan-gaji-tertunggak-bintang-bola-sepak-gopi-rizki-niaga-air-balang#google_vignette)

> **Sales have been good, and many people even came to take pictures with me," he shared.**

Gopi, who converted to Islam five years ago, started the business with his wife, Nor Hidayah Roslan, 38, to support their family after 8 months of unpaid wages.

## Looking towards the future

As a father of two young children, Gopi is determined to provide for his family. He holds a 'D' level coaching license and is keen to share his experience with aspiring footballers if given the chance.

> **While I would love to coach, for now, my main focus is growing this business to sustain my family," he said.**

Despite the setbacks, Gopi remains optimistic and committed to moving forward.

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