Iranian goalkeeper Zahra Afshari signs one-year deal with Greek club Athinaikos
The 19-year-old, a rising prospect for Iran's national handball program, will play for Athinaikos H.C. in Greece under a newly signed one-year contract.
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Zahra Afshari, a 19-year-old goalkeeper regarded as a promising talent within Iran's national handball program, has signed a one-year contract with Greek club Athinaikos H.C., according to Iran's official IRNA news agency.
The move takes Afshari to competitive handball in Greece, giving her the chance to develop her game in a European league setting while continuing to be considered for Iran's national team.
IRNA's report did not provide further details on the terms of the contract, when Afshari is expected to join her new club, or her prior playing history in Iran.
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- Iran’s handball goalkeeper signs with Athinaikos H.C. — IRNA (Iran)
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