Callan Elliot
Callan Elliot (born 7 July 1999) is a New Zealand professional footballer who currently plays as an attacking midfielder for A-League club Wellington Phoenix.
Personal information | |||
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Full name | Callan Elliot | ||
Date of birth | 7 July 1999 | ||
Place of birth | Scotland | ||
Height | 1.77 cm (1 in) | ||
Playing position(s) | Attacking Midfielder | ||
Club information | |||
Current team | Wellington Phoenix | ||
Number | 17 | ||
Youth career | |||
Wairarapa United | |||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
2016–18 | Tasman United | 17 | (2) |
2018– | Wellington Phoenix Reserves | 24 | (1) |
2018– | Wellington Phoenix | 8 | (0) |
National team‡ | |||
2018 | New Zealand U19 | 5 | (0) |
2019 | New Zealand U20 | 3 | (0) |
2019- | New Zealand U23 | 4 | (1) |
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only and correct as of 14 August 2020 ‡ National team caps and goals correct as of 10 March 2019 |
Career
Born in Scotland and emigrating to New Zealand as a young child, Elliot began his career with hometown club Tasman United under the mentorship of teammate Paul Ifill, making his senior debut as a substitute against New Zealand Football Championship leaders Auckland City on 15 January 2017.[1] Elliot became a regular starter in the 2017–18 season, where his appearances caught the attention of A-League side Wellington Phoenix.
Wellington Phoenix
Elliot signed a professional contract with Wellington Phoenix at the beginning of the following season, and made his debut as a substitute in an 8–2 win over Central Coast Mariners on 10 March 2019.[2][3]
References
- "The Welly Nix Sign Callan Elliot and Mandi and We're Almost There". The Niche Cache.
- "Wellington Phoenix sign Nelson teenager Callan Elliot". Stuff.
- "Football: Wellington Phoenix pile eight past Central Coast Mariners, who sack coach". www.nzherald.co.nz. 9 March 2019. Retrieved 28 August 2019.