Career Timeline of Easah Suliman: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Easah Suliman, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Easah Zaheer Suliman is a professional footballer, playing as a centre-back for Sumgayit in the Azerbaijan Premier League. Born in England, he represents the Pakistan national team in international football.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2014: Captained England Under-16s at Montaigu Tournament

In 2014, Easah Suliman captained England Under-16s at the Montaigu Tournament, with the side finishing third overall.

January 2015: Signed professional contract with Aston Villa

In January 2015, Easah Suliman secured his future with Aston Villa, signing a two year professional contract after reported interest from Bayern Munich and Liverpool.

August 2015: Named as substitute for match against Notts County

In August 2015, during the 2015–16 season, Easah Suliman was named as a substitute for a match in the League Cup against Notts County.

August 2016: Promotion to England Under-19 Side

In August 2016, Easah Suliman was promoted to the England Under-19 side and played the full match in a 1–1 friendly against the Netherlands Under-19 side, also scoring the winning penalty after a penalty shoot-out.

August 2016: Joined Cheltenham Town on Loan

On 4 August 2016, Easah Suliman joined Cheltenham Town on loan until 2 January 2017. He made his debut on 6 August 2016 in a 1–1 home draw against Leyton Orient.

January 2017: End of Loan Spell with Cheltenham Town

In January 2017, Easah Suliman's loan spell with Cheltenham Town came to an end.

July 2017: UEFA European Under-19 Championship Victory

In July 2017, Easah Suliman played every game at centre back in the England Under-19s victorious UEFA European Under-19 Championship campaign, scoring the opening goal in England's 2–1 final victory over Portugal.

August 2017: First Team Debut

On 22 August 2017, Easah Suliman made his first team debut for Aston Villa under manager Steve Bruce, featuring as a late substitute in a 4–1 League Cup victory over Wigan Athletic.

January 2018: Joined Grimsby Town on Loan

On 31 January 2018, Easah Suliman joined League Two side Grimsby Town on loan until the end of the 2017–18 season.

March 2018: League Debut for Grimsby Town

On 10 March 2018, Easah Suliman made his league debut for Grimsby Town in a 1–1 draw with Port Vale.

August 2018: Joined FC Emmen on Loan

On 17 August 2018, Easah Suliman joined Dutch Eredivisie side FC Emmen on a season-long loan deal.

December 2018: Recalled from Loan Spell at Emmen

On 28 December 2018, Easah Suliman was recalled from his loan spell at Emmen due to limited playing time. It was agreed that the loan was 'no longer useful'.

January 2020: Joined Vitória SC

On 21 January 2020, Easah Suliman joined Portuguese side Vitória SC for an undisclosed fee.

June 2020: Debut for Vitória SC and First Pakistani Descent Player in Top Flight Portugal

On 5 June 2020, Easah Suliman made his debut for Vitória SC in a 2–2 draw with Sporting CP, becoming the first player of Pakistani descent to play in the top flight in Portugal. He made his first Primeira Liga start on 30 June 2020, helping his side earn a clean sheet in a 2–0 victory over Vitória FC.

July 2021: Joined Nacional on Loan

On 28 July 2021, Easah Suliman joined recently relegated Nacional on a season-long loan.

August 2021: Debut for Nacional

On 15 August 2021, Easah Suliman made his debut for Nacional as a late substitute in a 4–0 victory over Vilafranquense. He made his first start on 28 August 2021 in a 2–1 home victory against Varzim.

September 2022: Joined Vilafranquense on Loan

On 1 September 2022, Easah Suliman joined Vilafranquense in the Portuguese second tier on a season-long loan.

October 2022: Debut for Vilafranquense

On 8 October 2022, Easah Suliman made his debut for Vilafranquense in a 0–1 home defeat to Penafiel.

May 2023: Approved to Represent Pakistan

On 18 May 2023, it was confirmed that Easah Suliman would represent Pakistan after FIFA approved the request from Pakistan Football Federation.

June 2023: Debut for Pakistan National Team

On 14 June 2023, Easah Suliman made his debut for the Pakistan national football team in a 1–0 friendly defeat to Kenya. On 17 June, he was selected in the Pakistan squad for the 2023 SAFF Championship.

July 2023: Signed for Sumgayit

In July 2023, Easah Suliman signed a two-year contract with Azerbaijan Premier League club Sumgayit.

August 2023: Debut and First Goal for Sumgayit

On 5 August 2023, Easah Suliman made his debut for Sumgayit in a 4–1 away victory over Sabail. On 19 August 2023, Suliman scored his first senior professional goal in the 3rd minute in a 2–1 away victory against Gabala.