Amin Askar


Amin Soleiman Askar is an Ethiopian-Norwegian professional football player who currently plays for Kristiansund. Askar also holds Norwegian citizenship, having lived in Norway since he was two years old.

Club career

Fredrikstad FK

A versatile footballer, Askar has played in several positions, including defence and midfield. On 27 March 2009, he signed a two-year contract with Fredrikstad.

SK Brann

Before the 2012 season, Askar signed a contract with the Tippeligaen club Brann.

Sarpsborg 08 FF

Before the 2015 season, Askar signed a loan-deal with the Tippeligaen club Sarpsborg 08.

International

In 2013 Askar decided to represent Ethiopia at senior level. Askar was supposed to make his debut against Nigeria in the African play-offs for the World Cup in Brazil, but the needed papers work did not arrive on time. He will be expected to make his debut on the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations qualification matches.
He still yet to make his debut for the national team.

Career statistics