Mohammed Rafi came through the ranks of SBT which had distinction of fielding not only all-Indian but also all-Malayali squad.

SBT was promoted to first division of National Football League in 2004 and in that season he scored 4 goals and came into limelight.

In 09-10 I-league, he finished the season with record 14 goals, which is best ever for an Indian striker, he was also adjudged Mahindra United's player of the year.

[2] On 24 November 2013 it was announced that Rafi has signed for Mumbai on loan from IMG Reliance with three other players Khelemba Singh, N.P.

[6] He won ISL Emerging Player of the Match award against NorthEast United FC in the 2015 Indian Super League.