Inonge Kaloustian is a footballer who plays as a midfielder or striker for the Zambia national team.[1] She was born in the United States.

Early life

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Kaloustian played basketball.[2] She attended Eleanor Roosevelt High School in the Greenbelt, Maryland, where she was regarded as one of the team's most important players.[3]

Club career

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Kaloustian has been described as having "a significant role in promoting football at an educational level in Zambia. Her participation helps foster a strong sports culture among students".[4] She signed for Zambian side ZISD.[5] She made ten appearances and scored one goal for the club as they finished 14th in the league with 35 points.[6]

International career

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In 2023, Kaloustian was called up to the Zambia women's national football team for two matches against South Korea.[7] However, her call-up was regarded as controversial by supporters.[8]

Style of play

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Kaloustian mainly operates as a midfielder or striker and is known for her "tactical awareness, technical finesse, and leadership qualities".[9]

Personal life

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Kaloustian is a native of Prince George's County, United States.[10] She is the daughter of Dr. Monde Muyanga, the USAID Assistant Administrator Bureau for Africa Office.

References

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  1. ^ "Inonge Kaloustian aims to prove critics wrong". bolanews.co. 30 March 2023.
  2. ^ "Inonge Kaloustian - Greenbelt News Review article".
  3. ^ "Eleanor Roosevelt believes it has the horses to contend at the region level". The Washington Post.
  4. ^ "Inonge Kaloustian - Zambian Observer article". 24 August 2023.
  5. ^ "INONGE BACK IN ZAMBIA". zambiareports.news. 7 August 2023.
  6. ^ "INONGE KALOUSTIAN RETURNS TO USA". zambianobserver.com. 24 May 2023.
  7. ^ "Kaloustian Reflects on Debut Zambia Women's NT Call-up". lusakatimes.com. 5 April 2023.
  8. ^ "Inonge Kaloustian eager to gain fans confidence". daily-mail.co.zm.
  9. ^ "Inonge Kaloustian - Zambia Monitor article".
  10. ^ "A Change Is Gonna Come".