Zeli Ismail

English footballer with Bury FC achievements

Zeli Ismail - English footballer with Bury FC achievements
Born

December 12th, 1993
31 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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Played professional football as a winger, starting career at Wolverhampton Wanderers. Joined Bury FC on loan, contributing to team efforts. Also played for clubs such as Northampton Town and the National League side, Aldershot Town. Represented England at youth levels, making appearances in international under-19 competitions.

Played for Wolverhampton Wanderers

Contributed to Bury FC during loan spell

Represented England at the under-19 level

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