 He was also a member of the team that participated in the 1974 FIFA World Cup and in the 1976 UEFA Euro.After retirement, Hadžiabdić returned to Sarajevo where he graduated from the University of Sarajevo Faculty of Physical Education.In 1994, Hadžiabdić became a manager of the Iran Olympic team, and two years later in 1995, manager of the Al-Rayyan youth team.