Azharuddin Mallick (born 11 July 1997) is an Indian professional

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who plays as a

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for

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club

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Career

United Sports Club

Azharuddin made his debut for

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as a young striker. He played for their under 19 team and showed his talent when United Sports Club's under 19 team defeated Pune F.C. under 19 team to reach IFA shield final.

Mohun Bagan

He made his debut for

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during ''Calcutta Football League 2015'' (also known as KFL or Kolkata Football League). He got his first goal wearing Mohun Bagan's jersey against Kalighat M.S.

Mohammedan

On 8 February 2021, Mallick was roped in by

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along with

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n striker John Chidi. On 14 January 2021, he made his debut for the club, against

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in a 1–0 loss, coming on as an 85th-minute substitute. He scored his first goal for the club, on 10 March 2021, against

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, in a thrilling 3–3 draw.

Career statistics

Club

Honours

Mohun Bagan * Calcutta Football League: 2018–19 Mohammedan Sporting *

: 2021–22

References

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