Azerbaijani footballer Rufat Abdullazade has been transferred to Israeli club Hapoel Ironi Kiryat Shmona.
Prior to the transfer, the footballer was issued a visa at the Israeli Embassy in Baku. Israel's Ambassador to Azerbaijan, Ronen Krausz, met with Rufat Abdullazade and wished him success in his new team.
The Ambassador noted that it is gratifying that the close relations existing between Israel and Azerbaijan are also reflected in the field of sports, and such cooperation contributes to strengthening relations between the peoples.
Starting from the new season, Rufat Abdullazade will wear the jersey of Hapoel Ironi Kiryat Shmona, which competes in the Israeli Premier League.
