United's Salihi named to Albania's World Cup qualifying roster
Published on October 3, 2012 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
D.C. United News Release
Washington, D.C. (October 3, 2012) - D.C. United announced today that striker Hamdi Salihi has been named to the Albanian National Team roster for upcoming World Cup Qualifying matchups with Iceland on 10/12/12 and Slovenia on 10/16/12.
Salihi has been a regular for the Albanian National Team throughout his career. The striker has scored nine goals in 39 senior team matches.
Salihi, signed for his prowess around the net - scoring 53 goals in 90 total matches (all competitions) with his previous club, was signed by the Black-and-Red in February of 2012. So far this season, Salihi has scored five goals in 20 appearances.
The Black-and-Red striker will not miss any League matches due to his call-up.
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