Tariq Kazi
Quick Facts
Biography
Tariq Kazi (born 6 October 2000) is a Finnish born Bangladeshi footballer who currently plays as a defender for Bangladesh Football Premier League side Bashundhara Kings.
Personal life
Kazi was born to a Finnish mother and a Bangladeshi father in Tampere. Kazi, who has represented Finland in the U19 national team, also has a Bangladeshi passport due to his family roots.
Club career
Ilves
Kazi, who started his football career in the Ilves Futis League, played a total of 15 Veikkausliiga matches in Ilves. In the 2018–19 season, he played in three Veikkausliiga matches, five Finnish Cup matches and twelve Ilves / 2 matches at Second.
Bashundhara Kings
On 12 November 2019, it was confirmed that Kazi moves from Ilves to Bashundhara Kings, Bangladesh's ruling champion, on a three-year contract (which includes options). Tariq's right of representation is immediately transferred to his new club. The lynx receives compensation for the transfer.
Honours and achievements
Club
Ilves
- Finnish Cup: 2019