Abdul Aziz Baloch (born 11 January 1986)[1] is a Pakistani former footballer who played as a midfielder.

Early life

Aziz was born on 11 January 1986 in the Lyari locality of Karachi. He started his playing career with local club Lyari Kickers, and later became part of a local Karachi club called Tanzeem Sports Gizri.[2][3]

Club career

Aziz initially started his career as a forward playing for National Football Championship departmental side Sindh Government Press.[4] He then represented National Bank from 2005 till 2019,[1] captaining the team in his last years.[5]

International career

Aziz earned his first senior international cap on 12 June 2005 which was the first game in a series of three games against India, the game finished 1–1 draw.[6][7][8]

He was the vice-captain of the U-23 national team during the 2004, 2006 and 2010 South Asian Games, where he helped Pakistan achieve the gold medal in the first two editions.[9][10] On 2004, he scored in the final against India, where his goal in the 29th minute gave Pakistan a 1–0 victory.[11][12]

He was also vice-captain of the senior team.[13][14]

Career statistics

International

Appearances and goals by year and competition[1]
National team Year Apps Goals
Pakistan 2005 8 0
2006 8 0
2008 3 0
2009 6 0
2011 1 0
Total 26 0

Honours

Pakistan U23

References

  1. ^ a b c "Abdul Aziz (Player)". national-football-teams.com. Retrieved 17 July 2023.
  2. ^ Ahsan, Ali (2 February 2011). "A history of football in Pakistan — Final part". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 25 March 2024.
  3. ^ "Asghar's late effort proves winner". DAWN.COM. 2 August 2002. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
  4. ^ "9th South Asian Federation Games 2004 (Pakistan)". www.rsssf.org. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
  5. ^ Wasim, Umaid (21 September 2014). "Rasool electrifies KE to victory". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 16 February 2025.
  6. ^ "Arch-rivals meet today in first ever football series". DAWN.COM. 12 June 2005. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
  7. ^ Yaqoob, Mohammad (18 June 2005). "Pakistan meet India in final Test today". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
  8. ^ "SPORTS WORLD: Asia Cup qualifiers, SAFF Champ: PFF hires Bahraini coach". Brecorder. 29 October 2005. Archived from the original on 7 June 2024. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
  9. ^ "KPT face NBP in soccer final". DAWN.COM. 7 March 2010. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
  10. ^ "Arif Mehmood set to lead SA Games soccer team". Brecorder. 24 January 2010. Retrieved 16 February 2025.
  11. ^ "Pakistan win SAF football - Rediff.com". m.rediff.com. 6 April 2004.
  12. ^ "9th South Asian Federation Games 2004 (Pakistan)". www.rsssf.org. Retrieved 1 August 2023.
  13. ^ "PFF announces squad". DAWN.COM. 4 March 2009. Retrieved 25 March 2024.
  14. ^ "Pakistan football squad off to Sri Lanka today". DAWN.COM. 2 April 2009. Retrieved 25 March 2024.
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