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News Archive 2008-09 Season 16/12/08 - Karachi United Youth to announce mid-season awards to Academy players on 21 December. Director Imran Ali said 'I think its a great exercise for the boys as it promotes competition between them and also gives the Managers in the Reserves and First team squads a sense of the talent coming through' 15/12/08 - KUSC Tournament Draw to be held on December 19th at Southshore School at 6pm. Sixteen teams that will take part in this years tournament are announced 10/12/08 - KUSC to commence on December 22nd with all group matches being played at Rahat Stadium 9/12/08 - KU wishes all its members and fans Eid Mubarak 29/11/08 - KU next take on Baluch Mujahid on December 18 28/11/08 - Other select KASB PLF Results: Sharafi Muhammadan vs Lal Baksh: 3-1; Hazara vs Maymar Sports: 1-0; Baluch Mujahid vs Gharib Nawaz: 4-1 27/11/08 - “Maymar game was disappointing due to result but absences had a role; tonight’s loss is unfathomable as we had a full team. This is the 5th game where we have conceded 3 or more - that has to stop” – coach Shakeeb Baluch 27/11/08 - Nazimabad smash KU 5-1 despite Alvi’s 9th goal in as many games 25/11/08 - Karachi United take on Nazimabad FC tomorrow night 7:30PM at KMC stadium in a must win match to keep play-off hopes alive. Manager Alizai said 'it's been a long lay off so its a case of tossing up fresh legs versus lack of fitness/match practice. We're going out there to win' 23/11/08 - KUSC 2008-09 Preparation: Read the full interview with former KGS captain Moiz Salahuddin 23/11/08 - Karachi United's next match on 26th November at KMC Stadium. Visit back for more details. 21/11/08 - Karachi United School Championships kick off in a matter of weeks and Karachi Grammar School will be looking to defend their title. Karachi United catch up with former KGS winning captain Moiz Salahuddin on his thoughts about the tournament, team spirit and tactics on how to win the school championships. Visit back in the next few days to see a full text of the interview. 20/11/08 - Adeel Rizki and Imran Ali to complete UEFA 'B' License course in January. 'Coach education of this level will help us further enhance our methods to identify and train talent. This knowledge will be passed onto all KU coaches so we can produce better players for KU in the future' - Director Imran Ali 16/11/08 - 'Crucial match against Nazimabad coming up. They are a good side, as their standing shows but we need to have a strong finish to the season and everybody needs to start firing all cylinders - captain Hamza Khan 15/11/08 - Karachi United first team players Daniyal Alvi and Danyal Gilani represent Sindh in inter-provincial games 15/11/08 - Usmanabad Union shock Sharafi Muhammadan 3-2 to end the latter's unbeaten run. See updated league table. 14/11/08 - Revised KASB PLF Fixture list issued; KU to now play Nazimabad FC on 24th November   11/10/08 - “Of course, we are disappointed with the result; coming after the Sharafi loss hurts even more..perhaps what is more disappointing is the absences (players at Sindh games etc) which meant that we were below strength” – Shakeeb Baluch 5/11/08 - Other select KASB PLF Results: Nazimabad FC vs Hyderi Baluch: 4-0; Aurora FC vs Hazara Muhammadan: 1-0; Mauripur Baluch vs Gharibnawaz: 4-0; Lal Baksh vs Gulshan SC: 2-0; Ghani XI vs Karachi Kickers: 2-1 5/11/08 - Nazimabad smash Hyderi Baluch 4-0 to reestablish title credentials; Lal Baksh record first win (beating Gulshan SC 2-0) to remove themselves from bottom of table 5/11/08 - “I was really pumped up and thought we had done enough..the defeat really hurts” – Jameel Ahmed 5/11-08 - KU go down 3-4 to Sharafi Muhammadan after a sensational come from behind win; Sharafi remain the only unbeaten team in the league and go back on top of the table with 21 points from 9 games 4/11/08 - Coach Shakeeb Baloch spoke to karachiunitedfc.com prior to match against Sharafi 'the players have practiced well; there seems to be a good team spirit and competition for places is high' 3/11/08 - KU Youth Academy finalize squads for season. Coach Adeel Rizki said 'we've inducted a few new players after the Qatar tour and they are starting to integrate nicely. I'm confident we can build a strong squad' 1/11/08 - “Another clean-sheet and another three points..what else can we ask for” – Shakeeb Baluch 30/11/08 - KU move up the table to 7th and in the Playoff places after Gulshan win 30/11/08 - KU next take on table toppers Sharafi Muhammadan at KMC Stadium on 4th November followed by Maymar Sports at same venue on 9th November - Other select KASB PLF Results: Sharafi Muhammadan vs Hyderi Baluch: 1-1; Usmanabad Union vs Aurora FC : 2-2 - KU register third successive win by beating Gulshan SC 2-0 with goals from Daniyal Alvi and Zaid Kerai. 'Not a vintage performance but good to see that we can win games without playing our best football. We had 3 matches in 6 days and to get full points shows we're on the right path. - Manager Taha Alizai. Two goal Daniyal Alvi and Danny Gilani’s superb keeping (including a penalty save) enable KU to gain another win with a 3-0 hammering of Usmanabad; Abdul Azhar scores KU’s third and his second in as many matches. Whilst its only two games and we cannot get ahead of ourselves, we are at a good place as our squad showed its depth today and with Alvi, Zaid and Azhar firing, we are scoring goals…Danny Gilani was absolutely superb today” – Taha Alizai “Its always a thrill to score but it only matters when it helps the team to win as was the case today” – Daniyal Alvi - Danny was outstanding today - the kind of performance we know he is capable of. In fact, he also impressed a few people on our Qatar tour who were interested in him so it shows what a top keeper he is - coach Shakeeb Baloch -Fahim Sachak expected to be back for next game against Gulshan SC on 30th October; Jameel Ahmed and Mohd. Ramzan remain doubtful; Bilal Mehdi is suspended and will miss out - Other select KASB PLF Results: Sharafi Muhammadan vs Maymar Sports : 7-0; Karachi Kickers vs Nazimabad FC: 2-1; Hyderi Baluch vs Hazara Muhammadan : 1-1; Shazad Muhammadan vs Gulshan SC: 2-2 KU earn their first win of the season in a 5-0 drubbing of Hazara courtesy a brace from Zaid Kerai and goals apiece from Daniyal Alvi, Usman Saad and Abdul Azhar. "I have been saying for sometime that despite the run of poor results, we have suffered due to mistakes rather than poor football..last night was a vindication of that and we have no doubt that we will only improve..whilst it is only one game and Hazara was poor, the youngsters really turned it on…this result is a credit to the efforts of our youth system” – Manager Taha Alizai Photo - KU striker Zaid Kerai - KU next take on Usmanabad Union at KMC Stadium on 27th October followed by Gulshan SC at same venue on 30th October - “Lots has already been said but am thrilled with the win; special mention of Zaid and Fahim, but equally both Usman Saad and Abdul Azhar are congratulated for their first senior team goals” – Shakeeb Baluch - Other select KASB PLF Results: Ghani XI vs Gharibnawaz : 4-2; Nazimabad FC vs Aurora FC :1-0 - KU match against Hazara Mohammadan to re-start their league campaign. Coach Shakeeb Baloch said 'its been a long break but we had a light session yesterday. Fitness has to improve; hoping for a good restart' - Qatar Tour Manager Arshian Ali said ' this bodes well for the club. With these performances, we have taken Karachi United to a higher level. It is great to see the talent that we're producing' Tour summary - drew two match series with Al-Ahli after superb second half performance to secure a 3-1 win. Drew match with Al-Sadd Sports Clubs (former AFC Champions League winners). Attended Aspire academy training session and watched two matches at Aspire and Al-Ahli.  Results                                                               KU 0 - 3  Al Ahli                                        KU 2 - 2 Al Sadd                                     KU 3 - 1 Al Ahli Picture - KU squad share a light moment after a tough training session   - KU Youth complete successful tour of Qatar with win against Al-Ahli U17 squad. Down 0-1 at half-time, KU put in flawless performance in second half to win 3-1. 'This has to be one of KU's crowning moments - what a performance, full of heart and passion. This is what Karachi United is about' - Adeel Rizki - KU Youth come from behind to draw 2-2 against former AFC Champions League winners, Al Sadd. Read match reports from Al Ahli and Al Sadd matches - Karachi United first team to begin training after Eid holidays. Manager Taha Alizai said 'the break has been good; its given us a chance to recuperate. We're looking forward to getting back together so we can assess fitness levels and how we're going to line up for the next game' Goalkeeper: Danny Gilani Defenders: Ali Haider, Amaan Saeed, Jibran Fawad, Moiz Salahuddin, Fahim Sachak, Taimur Mukaty, Yasir Siddique, Hassan Saad Midfielders:Kareem Kerai (C), Hammad Askari, Atif Sachak, Mikaeel Naseer, Usman Saad, Hamza Jawaid, Muneeb Anjum Strikers: Shaezer Razi, Zaid Kerai, Maaz Shaffi, Changaiz Shafi, Benedict Plant Karachi United Youth squad prepare for tour to Qatar to play 4 competitive matches against Al Ahli and Al Sadd Football Clubs. Team departs October 5th. - Former first team player Shahab Raza selected for Oberlin College varsity team. Shahab has played in 6 out of 8 matches for Oberlin in one of their best starts to the season. Youth coach Usman Iqbal said 'to be playing for a varsity side in the first year is a tremendous achievement. We wish Shahab the best and hope his performances open doors for future KU talent at this level' - KU continued their miserable start to the campaign as two howlers from Naseer Khan resulted in a 2-2 draw despite second half goals from Taha Alizai and Jameel Ahmed - “We cannot challenge for honours if we don’t keep clean sheets..its as simple as that..we have conceded 11 goals in 4 games out of which 7 have been gifts..Ramzan made a good debut and will add a new steel to the team” – Shakeeb Baluch -“Zeeshan Ali is now unlikely to play for us this season as we have not been able to reach an understanding with the player or his department” – Adeel Rizki - 12/09/2008 Its easy to make excuses but we have made too many mistakes and need to grind out a result  - Hamza Khan - 18/08/2008 KU Youth confirm U17 tour of Qatar. KU will play four competitive matches and train at the Aspire academy during the week long tour. - 16/08/2008 “Disappointed for the team; we all gave it our all but Alvi was superb and we will raise our game against the Kickers” – Hamza Khan -  16/08/2008 “We may yet add some players to the squad; will probably be loan players” – Adeel Rizki - 16/08/2008 “It’s a good beginning and it can only get better; we are all disappointed at conceding the last gasp goal but pleased with the performance and we were the better team”- Shakeeb Baluch 2008-09 Pre-Season - KU record first win of Pre-season 2008-09 with Shahrukh Chaudhary’s second goal in as many games earning a 1-0 win over Sind Muslim - Former national team goalkeeper and SAF Games winner, Shakeeb Baluch unveiled as new first team Coach. “This is a great honour and a huge opportunity for me. I have simple objectives; to inculcate a good spirit leading to a winning mentality..the aim has to be to win the title”- Shakeeb Baluch - “Shakeeb Baluch’s pedigree as a player is unquestionable and we believe as a Coach he also has the right credentials” Ali Ata - Usman Saad handed first team debut alongwith trialists Naseer Khan and Jamaluddin; Naseer to join KU for the season - “It’s good to see players like Usman Saad (youth graduate) contributing to the team straightaway; others like Hammad, Ali and Umar have also started well..however, the mix of youth and experience needs to be balanced and we may still look to acquire some new players” – Adeel Rizki - KU look to acquire top striker; Zeeshan Asif and Asif Baluch likely to be key targets 2007-08 Season - 29/02/2008 Despite stirring second half comeback led by Shahab Raza, Mauripur edge out KU by 2-1   Mauripur Baluch top Capt Omar Group with Hyderi Baluch, Baluch Mujahid and KU all through to Super League to be joined by Korangi Rangers, Shazad Muhammadan, Hazara Muhamamdan and Usmanabad Union. - 29/02/2008 “It was an excellent second half showing and we also had our moments in the first; the result is disappointing but the performance was heartening” – Adeel Rizki - 29/02/2008 “We are focused on the Super League and with the likes of Hamza Khan expected back, we will bounce back strongly”-  Moiz Salahuddin - 29/02/2008 Winners of KUSC 2007-08, Karachi Grammar School take on the ‘Best of the Rest’ in Charity game for Concern for Children at the DHA Stadium on 1st March - 24/02/2008 Karachi Grammar School made it a hatrick of KUSC titles after beating St. Patricks High School 2-0 in the final. Goals from Daniyal Alvi and Usman Saad gave KGS victory. - 16/02/2008 KU’s unbeaten run comes to end after shock 2-0 defeat by Baluch Union. “Despite the loss, we are through to the Super League and can still top our Group if we beat Mauripur in our last match” – Adeel Rizki “It was horrible to watch the game from the sidelines and not be able to contribute but we will bounce back” - Humza Khan - 16/02/2008 “Didn’t want to mark my 50th game with a mistake but we were all off today but our performances through the season have shown what we are capable off” – Moiz Salahuddin “The loss was a bitter pill and we don’t want to make excuses but some our players (involved in KUSC) have played 5 games in 7 days and the injuries/absences also didn’t help” –Shahrukh Chaudhary - 15/02/2008 KU remain the only unbeaten team in the League after a 1-1 draw with Hyderi Baluch courtesy second half strike by Taha Alizai “Superlatives are common place in football but although the result shows a draw, we were truly outstanding and deserved more”-  Adeel Rizki. - 15/02/2008 “It was an honour to be captain, although could have done without the own goal…but the lads really showed what they are capable of and we should have won the game” – Bilal Mehdi - 15/02/2008 “Everything just fell into place..I felt good and the whole team played superb football” – star player, Shahrukh Chaudhary - 05/02/2008 KU remain top of Capt Omar Group despite goalless draw against Baluch Mujahid after earning a walkover against Malir National. - 05/02/2008 “It was a pretty forgettable game as none of our players really stepped up; we are at the business end of the season and we need to be focused to carry on the winning run”-  Adeel Rizki - 04/02/2008 “We should have won today but didn’t take our chances; nevertheless we are optimistic going forward” – Humza Khan - 04/02/2008 KU take on Baloch Mujahid tonight and play Mauripur Baluch next on 10th  February. Both games at the D.H.A Stadium - 01/02/2008 KU retain top slot (on goal difference) in Capt Omar Group after fourth win in a row after 2-0  derby triumph over Sind Muslim, courtesy a goal in each half by Wadood Sherani and Taha Alizai “Once again, we have done just enough to grind out the win; what’s heartening is that we know we are capable of playing much better but we are still getting the results”-  Adeel Rizki - 01/02/2008 “Its brilliant to see the youngsters leading the way in these wins; Danny was outstanding in goal today” – Hamza Khan “Last few games have been challenging but today everything fell into place and it was brilliant to play a part in earning the 3 points as the contribution of a goalie is usually overlooked” – Player of the Game: Danny Gilani - 01/02/2008 KU’s next two home games see them take on Baluch Mujahid on 4th February followed by Mauripur Baluch on 9th February - 01/02/2008 Captain Omar Group sees Hyderi Baluch (12 points from 5 games), Baluch Union (10 from 5), Azad Shaheen (10 from 7), Mauripur  Baluch (9 from 4), Irfan Memorial (9 from 7) and Baluch Mujahid (8 from 4) also in contention for Super League places Korangi Rangers with 16 points from 8 games top Musa Ghazi Group with Shazad Muhammadan (13 from 6), Hazara Muhammadan (10 from 5), Hunter Sports (10 from 6) and LLWC (6 points from 5) battling for Super League places - 20/01/2008 KU take on Mauripur Baluch on 21st January at DHA Stadium in a top of the table clash (Capt. Omar Group); both teams are yet to lose a game and Mauripur have yet to concede a goal. Usmanabad Union and Korangi Rangers sit atop Musa Ghazi Group. - 20/01/2008 "The entire squad is upbeat and focussed and despite the hindrance in preps, we are looking forward to the Mauripur game" - Adeel Rizki - 13/01/2008 KU remain top of Capt Omar Group after third successive win after their 2-0 triumph over Al Shabaz Korangi courtesy goals by Bilal Mehdi and Zaid Kerai. “I was extremely pleased to get my first League goal and coming off the back of an injury, it was all the more gratifying to contribute to the win…this will give me the impetus to score more goals for the Club in our bid for the title”  – Zaid Kerai - 13/01/2008 Daniyal Alvi marks 50th match with good performance and Shahab Raza to play his 50th match in next KASB League encounter “It was a solid team showing in tough circumstances as it hasn’t been ideal preparation with the overall situation…also the floodlights failure compounded the matter but the boys reacted well and did enough on the day” Adeel Rizki - 13/01/2008 “We need to be wary of getting ahead of ourselves as we cannot forget that we won our first 5 games last year as well…a game at a time has to be the philosophy” – Hamza Khan. - 12/01/2008 “KUSC to restart from February 1, 2008 as it was pushed back to until after Muharram pursuant to discussions with the teams’ coaches” – Furkan Ali. 2007 - 18/12/2007 KU record second successive win with 4-1 thumping of Azad Shaheen (with goals by Sherani, Alvi, Hamza and Shahab) in KASB League to go to top of Capt Omar Group. Mauripur Baluch also record back to back wins but trails KU on goal difference. - 18/12/2007 "It was an excellent second half showing and some brilliant attacking football; we still need to do more in the middle of the park but cant complain about the effort or the result" – Adeel Rizki. - 17/12/2007 Furkan Ali injured in Azad Shaheen game but expected to recover over Eid break and be fit for next game. KU Resrves held to a 0 - 0 draw by EBM Combined in a match where Raza Hyder stars for KU. - 16/12/2007 KUSC to kick off on December 26 with St. Patricks taking on Bahria College. Defending champions Karachi Grammar School taking on The City School Darakhshan on December 28. - 27/11/2007 KU record unconvincing 2-1 win in a friendly with Korangi Rangers courtesy two fortuitous goals by Wadood Sherani. Captain Hamza Khan plays 250th game for Club “We were off the pace but the break from the League and coming off the back of an emphatic win meant that the players were not fully up for it..having said that we need to refocus for the title assault” – Hamza Khan - 27/11/2007 KASB League fixtures temporarily on hold after some differences between arise between Association officials; “The matters are expected to be resolved by Thursday” – Obaid Khwaja - 20/11/2007 KU trounce Irfan Memorial 3-0 in  opening KASB League fixture courtesy a double strike by Usman Iqbal and an assist for the third goal by Daniyal Alvi. “Superb start; we could not have asked for better; brilliant attacking football..however, we still need to finish better and defend with greater resolve” – Hamza Khan Other KASB League results: Sind Muslim come from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Al Shabaz; Korangi Rangers smash hapless Rizwan Sports 6-2 and Hazara Muhammadan beat Imtiaz Sports 3-0 - 20/11/2007 “Shahrukh Chaudhary, Haris Hamidani and Mussa Yusuf are all still carrying niggles but are expected to be fully fit by the next game….Sajjad Naqvi is still out and Zaid Kerai will also be missing for at least 4 weeks” – Obaid Khwaja - 26/11/2007 “The Charlton experience has been really beneficial and I intend to implement what I’ve learnt here back at the [KU] Academy” - Youth Coordinator Adeel Rizki. - 26/11/2007 “KUSC will kick-off from December 26, 2007 and we expect it to be the best tournament to date; the response from the schools has been terrific” – Ali Ata - 16/11/2007 KU coach Adeel Rizki travles to Chalrton Athetic to attend UEFA coaching course. KU Director Imran Ali said "Adeel's trip signifies our expanding relationship with Charlton in the areas of player and coach development. Credit goes to Adeel for taking the initiative to pursue this seriously. I am sure we will capitalize on this achievement at KU". - 14/11/2007 KU coach Adeel Rizki attends course at Charlton. "The facilities and level of coaching is tremendous to see. It is a learning experience I look forward to going back and applying what I've learned to our teams at KU." - 5/11/2007 KU thrash Sind Muslim 5-1 with two goals each from Shahab and Danesh and the fifth from Wadood Sherani. - 4/11/2007 “It was a brilliant performance so close to the start of the season; but ultimately its what we do in the season that will matter” – Hamza Khan - 4/11/2007 The PFF Competition Committee confirm that the KASB League will kick off from 16th November. KU to begin its title challenge with a home game against Usmanabad Union on 19th November - 3/11/2007 “We are concerned about injuries especially to our strikers as Zaid is out for a month and Taha is also doubtful; the expanded pre-season has not helped but we are confident that we have the depth to go all the way provided we start well” – Adeel Rizki - 26/10/2007 Karachi United thrashed Nazimabad Sports 4-0 in a preseason friendly at KMC courtesy two 2 sensational goals from Shahab Raza and a goal apiece from Mussa Yusuf and  Shahrukh Chaudry. - 26/10/2007 “The team really showed what they can do! The confidence on the ball from each player was great and all in all it was solid team effort”- Adeel Rizki - 26/10/2007 Zaid Kerai sidelined for at least six 6 weeks with hairline fracture on his ankle; “This is a big blow for us and has come at the wrong time, being days away from the start of the season; we are optimistic that he will recover soon” – Adeel Rizki - 26/10/2007 Player/Manager Taha Alizai also missing due to severe flu; Ali Ata to miss the entire season and question marks persist over Sehban Zaidi and Daniyal Alvi - 30/9/2007 KU Youth Academy graduate Daniyal Alvi selected for Pakistan U19 Squad. We're extremely proud of Daniyal and his achievements. He is mentally very strong and skillful - hopefully many others from KU Youth will see this as evidence that we can achieve at the highest level in Pakistan. Goodluck to Daniyal from the entire KU family. - 12/9/2007 KU record come from behind 2-1 victory over Qurtaba with goals from Taha Alizai and Shahab Raza. “Although this is our fourth straight win and generally we have had a good pre-season, the quality of some of the opposition has not been upto scratch. We also need to improve some facets of our own game” – Adeel Rizki - 12/9/2007 Haris Alamgir joins Ali Ata on the sidelines but is expected to be back in training next week. - 10/9/2007 KU record facile 1-0 win over EBM courtesy a first half strike by Zaid Kerai“I’m thrilled to be contributing to the team and its always good to score goals” player of the game : Zaid Kerai - 03/9/2007 Goals by Danesh Gilani, Zaid Kerai (1st senior goal) and Taha Alizai (100th goal) see KU record an emphatic 3-1 win over Qurtaba. “Our squad is coming together at the right time and I am extremely optimistic about our chances this season”   Shahab Raza - 02/9/2007 “The players graduating from the Academy to the senior team are already showing their worth and I am confident that they will play a major role in the coming season” – Imran Ali. - 01/9/2007 KU forward Daniyal Alvi excels for Karachi in National Under 18 Championship but the Karachi team bows out at the quarter-final stage. - 01/9/2007 Ali Ata sidelined for two months after knee ligament damage; “It requires an operation but I hope to be back in the fold” – Ali Ata. - 21/8/2007 Mussa Yusuf scores twice and veterans Ali Ata and Taha Alizai roll back the years to record 3-1 come from behind win against EBM Combined. “I am always pleased to do my bit for the team and I’m just glad we won” – player of the game Haris Hamidani. - 21/8/2007 “The youngsters, Zaid and Fahim’s second half showing really galvanized us after Ata had provided the initial lift….of course, Mussa’s goals were brilliant” – Obaid Khwaja. - 20/8/2007 Player Manager Taha Alizai scores 99th goal in 250th game and Obaid Khwaja marks 150th game with solid showing - 20/8/2007 KU forward Daniyal Alvi stars in PFF Youth Cup Final as he scores the opener to lead Karachi B to 2-1 win over Faisalabad. - 05/8/2007 KU hammered 4 nil by SFL outfit Karachi Bazigars. - 05/8/2007 KU unveil new signings of striker Mussa Yussuf and defender Shahid Afridi (formerly of KJ). Arsalan Jogi’s transfer still not confirmed as strikers Farukh and Yasir also on trial from UP Gymkhana. - 04/8/2007 Karachi United take on Karachi Baazigars at KMC Stadium on 5th August in a friendly being billed as the battle of Karachi. "This is a unique opportunity for the boys to pit themselves against the cream of the country's talent and is an ideal match to see where we stand in our preparations for the season" - Adeel Rizki - 03/8/2007 Atif Sachak and Kareem Kerai complete training at Charlton Athletic. Asst. Academy Manager says ' boys technically capable to play at this level. They have good game sense, first touch and a great attitude'. - 03/8/2007 KU  record emphatic 4-0 win over Ghazabad Star with goals from debutants Mussa Yusuf and on trial Yasir as well as Furkan  Ali and Danesh Gilani.  - 03/08/2007 "Mussa impressed on his debut; he scored a goal and created chances..Farukh and Yasir also did well..but it needs to be seen whether they will actually transfer over" - Humza Khan - 28/7/2007 Atif Sachak and Kareem Kerai to be given final assessment at Charlton Academy this week. 'It has been a pretty intense two weeks for the boys training with the U14 and U15 squads. I'm sure it has been a great learning experience but the challenge now is to ensure we take this knowledge back to Karachi United and grow as a Club', said Imran Ali, Youth Director. - 28/7/2007 Kareem Kerai selected for Charlton U15 squad to play against Australasia Champions - Auckland Central. Coach Arshian Ali commented - 'it was a great achievement to be selected but then he went onto play center mid which is a pretty tough position. He's done very well during his time at Charlton and we are very happy with him. Unfortunately Atif had to pull out due to a niggle but he is back fit now and we are looking for good things from him also. Read more in Charlton Diaries.. - 28/7/2007 Karachi United Youth practices to resume from August 4th. Please refer to schedules for dates and times. All players requested to report to session 15 minutes prior to start time. Any queries, please contact Adeel Rizki (Academy) or Usman Iqbal (Program). - 11/7/2007 KU reserves record 3 - 1 win over Baloch Youth with goals from Raza Hyder, Usman Jamshed and debutant Mustafa Yare. - 07/7/2007 Shahab Raza’s early goal earns 1-1 draw with Pakistan Air Force. KU transfer target Arsalan Jogi (currently on loan) makes KU debut; also selected for Sindh Under 18. Usman Iqbal marks 50th appearance in PAF game. “It was an excellent battling performance by the team despite missing a number of players…of course we expected PAF to dominate, which they did and it looked like they had left their shooting boots at home…nonetheless for us to get a draw (and in fact we could have also won) against a quality outfit such as PAF has given us a real sense of achievement” – Humza Khan - 07/7/2007 Shahab Raza, Daniyal Alvi and Zain Maniya all selected for Sindh Under 18. - 06/7/2007  Usman Iqbal set to mark 50th appearance in PAF game. - 06/7/2007 Youth Coach Usman Iqbal will accompany Academy players Atif Sachak and Karim Kerai on their second visit to the Valley, home of Charlton Athletic.