Top Afghanistan footballer Zohib Islam Amiri has joined Dempo Sports Club till the end of the 2013-14 season.
Amiri, who is captain of Afghanistan's national team, comes to the Goan outfit from Mumbai FC.
"I am delighted to sign for Dempo. I look forward to repaying the faith shown in me by the coach. My focus will be to play well and have a successful season with Dempo," stated the 26-year-old defender on Friday.
Amiri hit the headlines when he led Afghanistan to a 2-0 win over India in the SAFF Cup 2013.
He was also voted the FPAI Fans 'Player of the Year for the 2012-13 season in India.
However, the Afghan footballer said he will not be playing the upcoming Federation Cup.
Dempo has also signed on new recruit, Australian striker Tolgay Ozbey.
Rediff
Amiri, who is captain of Afghanistan's national team, comes to the Goan outfit from Mumbai FC.
"I am delighted to sign for Dempo. I look forward to repaying the faith shown in me by the coach. My focus will be to play well and have a successful season with Dempo," stated the 26-year-old defender on Friday.
Amiri hit the headlines when he led Afghanistan to a 2-0 win over India in the SAFF Cup 2013.
He was also voted the FPAI Fans 'Player of the Year for the 2012-13 season in India.
However, the Afghan footballer said he will not be playing the upcoming Federation Cup.
Dempo has also signed on new recruit, Australian striker Tolgay Ozbey.
Rediff
Source : Afghan Voice Agency (AVA), International Service
