Aleksandr Azimov

Aleksandr Uzakovich Azimov (Russian: Александр Азимов; born 3 January 1961) is a Tajikistani former footballer who played as a striker.

Aleksandr Azimov

Personal information
Full name	Aleksandr Uzakovich Azimov
Date of birth	(1961-01-03) January 3, 1961 (age 64)
Place of birth	Tajikistan
Position(s)	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

Early life

Azimov moved to Uzbekistan at the age of sixteen. After that, he returned to Tajikistan and attended school.^[1]

Career

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

Azimov mainly operated as a striker. He was known for his shooting ability and free-kick ability.^[3]

Personal life

After retiring from professional football, Azimov moved to Germany. He is the father of German footballer Alexander Frank.^{[citation needed]}