Sardar Azmoun

Iranian football forward, World Cup player

Sardar Azmoun - Iranian football forward, World Cup player
Born

January 1st, 1995
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Iran

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Born in 1995 in Gonbad Kavus, this football forward became a prominent figure in Iranian football. Early career included playing for Sepahan and then moving to Europe to join FC Rostov in Russia. Gained attention for performance in the Russian Premier League, later signing with Bayer 04 Leverkusen in the Bundesliga. Played for the national team in various competitions, including the AFC Asian Cup and FIFA World Cup, where significant contributions were made during tournaments.

Competed in the 2018 FIFA World Cup

Scored in the 2019 AFC Asian Cup

Played for Bayer 04 Leverkusen

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