Aleksandr Azimov
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Aleksandr Uzakovich Azimov | ||
| Date of birth | January 3, 1961 | ||
| Place of birth | Tajikistan | ||
| Position | Striker | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1981–1990 | CSKA Pamir Dushanbe | 309 | (77) |
| 1990 | SK Austria Klagenfurt | ||
| 1991–1992 | Wolfsberger AC | ||
| * Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Aleksandr Uzakovich Azimov (Russian: Александр Азимов; born 3 January 1961) is a Tajikistani former footballer who played as a striker.
Early life
[edit | edit source]Azimov moved to Uzbekistan at the age of sixteen. After that, he returned to Tajikistan and attended school.[1]
Career
[edit | edit source]Azimov has been described as a "popular and recognizable football player in Tajikistan".[2] In 1981, he signed for Tajikistani side CSKA Pamir Dushanbe. He helped the club win the league. In 1990, he signed for Austrian side SK Austria Klagenfurt. In 1991, he signed for Austrian side Wolfsberger AC.
Style of play
[edit | edit source]Azimov mainly operated as a striker. He was known for his shooting ability and free-kick ability.[3]
Personal life
[edit | edit source]After retiring from professional football, Azimov moved to Germany. He is the father of German footballer Alexander Frank.[citation needed]
References
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