Rija Rakotomandimby
Malagasy footballer
Madagascar
Midfielder
Rija Rakotomandimby: profile
Rija Rakotomandimby (born 21 November 1982 in Antananarivo, Madagascar) is a former Malagasy footballer who played as a midfielder.
Rakotomandimby made the step into senior football with FC BFV in 1999. He played for 3 clubs between 1999 and 2007.
At international level, Rakotomandimby represented Madagascar (2002–present), earning 8 caps and scoring 2 goals. Our match database lists 2 of his international goals; the first came against Comoros on 14 October 2007 (World Cup Qualification).
Antananarivo has produced 23 footballers in our database, including Anicet Andrianantenaina, Faneva Imà Andriatsima and Lalaina Nomenjanahary.
Key facts
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–2000 | FC BFV |
– | – | |
| 2001–2006 | SO l'Emyrne |
Orange Pro League | – | – |
| 2007 | USCA Foot |
Orange Pro League | – | – |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2008 | Madagascar |
Senior | 8 | 2 |
| 2006– | Madagascar |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (2)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14 Oct 2007 | Madagascar 6–2 Comoros | 65 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 17 Nov 2007 | Comoros 0–4 Madagascar | 62 | World Cup Qualification |
*Goals listed are those present in our match-by-match goal database, which is most complete for tournament matches.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Rija Rakotomandimby?
Rija Rakotomandimby was born on 21 November 1982, which makes him 43 years old.
Where was Rija Rakotomandimby born?
Rija Rakotomandimby was born in Antananarivo, Madagascar.
Which national team does Rija Rakotomandimby play for?
Rija Rakotomandimby played international football for Madagascar. He has 8 caps and 2 goals on record.
Which clubs has Rija Rakotomandimby played for?
Rija Rakotomandimby's recorded clubs are FC BFV, SO l'Emyrne and USCA Foot.
What position does Rija Rakotomandimby play?
Rija Rakotomandimby played as a midfielder.
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