Player Profile: Benin former U-23 international Adnan Aziz

Adnan Aziz, also known as Adnan Aziz Junior, was born on January 1, 2002, in Djougou, Benin. He is a Beninese footballer who plays as a striker. Throughout his career, he has played for several clubs in Benin and Europe, particularly in Italy, France, and the Czech Republic. He has also represented Benin at youth international level, particularly with the Under-23 (U23) national team.

Biography

Development and Early Career in Benin

Adnan Aziz began his football journey in Benin. In 2014, he played for Soleil FC and Tchémabi FC before continuing his career in Europe, where he continued to develop as a striker.

Club Career

His First Experiences in Europe

In 2018, Adnan Aziz joined Pro Cittiglio in Italy before continuing his career at Angers MFC in France, where he played from 2018 to 2020.

In 2020, he moved to FK Králův Dvůr in the Czech Republic before returning to France, where he continued his career with Olympique Saumur, playing for the club from 2020 to 2022.

His Career in Italy

In 2022, Adnan Aziz joined ASD Licata Calcio in Italy. He subsequently continued his career with ASD Juvenilia Roseto, where he played from 2022 to 2025.

His career has included several experiences in different European football environments, contributing to his growth and professional development.

International Career

Adnan Aziz has represented Benin at youth international level, particularly with the Under-20 and Under-23 national teams.

In July 2022, the Benin U23 national team was preparing for the qualification campaign for the Africa U23 Cup of Nations. As part of its preparations, the team faced Aziza FC, a club competing in the Beninese league, in a friendly match.

On July 27, 2022, the young Beninese internationals won the match 5–0. Adnan Aziz scored a header during the final 15 minutes of the game. This performance was reported by the Beninese sports media outlet Le Champion in its match report.

According to the available information, Adnan Aziz did not play any matches for the Benin U20 national team. With the U23 team, however, he recorded three appearances in friendly matches and scored one goal. These statistics should be cross-checked against official match reports to establish a definitive international record.

Injury and Career Prospects

During his career, Adnan Aziz suffered a serious cruciate ligament injury that temporarily interrupted his sporting progress. The injury also affected a planned trial opportunity in Argentina.

In an interview with the Argentine sports newspaper Olé, the player discussed his connection with Chacarita Juniors, a club competing in Argentine professional football. During the interview, he expressed his interest in the club and his desire to wear its shirt one day.

The Argentine media outlet DeporTV also published an article about Adnan Aziz and his connection with Chacarita Juniors. The player expressed his hope of fulfilling his sporting ambitions in Argentina.

According to information published by the Argentine media outlet Que Pasa Web in October 2026, certain negotiations could pave the way for a new chapter in Adnan Aziz’s career in Argentina. However, a potential move to Chacarita Juniors remains subject to official confirmation.

Club Career Record

Period| Club| Country

2014| Soleil FC| Benin

2014| Tchémabi FC| Benin

2018| Pro Cittiglio| Italy

2018–2020| Angers MFC| France

2020| FK Králův Dvůr| Czech Republic

2020–2022| Olympique Saumur| France

2022| ASD Licata Calcio| Italy

2022–2025| ASD Juvenilia Roseto| Italy

Youth International Record

National Team| Appearances| Goals

Benin U20| 0| 0

Benin U23| 3 friendly matches| 1

Club Statistics

The figures below correspond to the reported appearances for the various clubs that Adnan Aziz has represented throughout his career.

Club| Country| Career Details and Appearances

Tchémabi FC| Benin| Youth development

Soleil FC| Benin| Youth development; 6 appearances in the Beninese Ligue 1

Pro Cittiglio| Italy| Development

FK Králův Dvůr| Czech Republic| 5 appearances

Angers MFC| France| 64 appearances

Olympique Saumur| France| 28 appearances

ASD Licata Calcio| Italy| 4 appearances

ASD Juvenilia Roseto| Italy| 48 appearances

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