Joel Anasmo (born 24 September 2004) is a South Sudanese-Australian association footballer who currently plays for Perth Glory in the A-League Men.
Early life
Anasmo was raised in the Ellenbrook region of Perth, and played his junior football at Floreat Athena whilst also representing his school Emmanuel Christian Community School[1]
Career
Anasmo was a second half substitution for Perth Glory in a pre-season friendly against English Premier League club West Ham United,[2] where his performance drew praise from pundits as well as Glory manager Alen Stajcic.[3]
His full debut for the Western Australia club, came during the 2023-24 season in a come from behind win against Melbourne City[4] in which Anasmo scored the 4th goal, having come off the bench.[5]
Personal life
Joel Anasmo's brother Joshua Anasmo previously played for Perth Glory.[1]
References
- ^ a b Jarvis, Lucy (1 June 2016). "Ellenbrook brothers pursue Perth Glory goals". PerthNow. Archived from the original on 12 July 2024. Retrieved 11 July 2024.
- ^ Comito, Matt. "Perth boss tips the two Glory youngsters West Ham's Moyes was eyeing: 's***loads of potential'". A-Leagues. Archived from the original on 29 October 2023. Retrieved 11 July 2024.
- ^ "'He's got some weapons under his belt' | Stajcic praises 19 year old debutant Anasmo". A-Leagues. Archived from the original on 12 July 2024. Retrieved 11 July 2024.
- ^ Smith, Ben (6 February 2024). "A-League Men: Substitutes deliver the good in Perth Glory's 4-2 win over Melbourne City". The West Australian. Archived from the original on 23 August 2024. Retrieved 12 July 2024.
- ^ Chadwick, Justin (3 February 2024). "PLUCKY PERTH PRAISED BY STAJCIC AFTER CITY ALM WIN". FTBL. Archived from the original on 23 August 2024. Retrieved 12 July 2024.
External links
- Joel Anasmo at Soccerway
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