Rafael Amirbekov Azerbaijani football player Date of Birth: 23.02.1976 Country: Azerbaijan

Content:

1. Early Life and Career
2. Club Career
3. National Team Career

Early Life and Career

Azebaijan international and former defender, born and raised in Baku, Azerbaijan, started his football journey at the young age of 7. His first mentor was Oleg Anvar oglu Ragimov.

Club Career

Hajiyev began his professional career with local clubs before establishing himself at Baku FC in 2004. As captain of the team, he led them to two league titles and two Azerbaijan Cups. He also represented Azerbaijani clubs such as Chariggala, Azeri Baku, Farid Baku, Dinamo Baku, Bakyly Baku, Kapaz Ganja, and Iranian club Tractor Sazi.

National Team Career

Hajiyev debuted for the Azerbaijani national team in 2004.
Achievements
2x Azerbaijan Premier League Champion (2005/06, 2008/09)
2x Azerbaijan Cup Winner (2004/05, 2009/10)
2x Azerbaijan Premier League Bronze Medalist (2001/02, 2006/07)
Post-Retirement Career

After retiring in 2011, Hajiyev joined Baku FC as a scout, continuing his involvement in the club.

Football

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