In a country with a small population Mongolia has not established a professional league in football. But Murun Altankhuyag didn’t let that stop him and is now one of the country’s promising young rising stars, he as a two-year contract with Krabi FC at the start of this year, making him the first professional footballer from the emerging Asian nation. The 24-year-old striker, who previously played with university side Central Methodist Eagles in the U.S., didn’t conceal his excitement when speaking to FIFA in an exclusive interview.
While living in the U.S he juggled school and work with training, although it was difficult he got though it and his dreams of being a pro soccer player became true. Now that he is pretty much a football ambassador for Mongolia there will be a lot of pressure put on him, as he represents his nation. I’m just a little curious that now that he is pro, if his team qualifies for the World Cup would he be able to play? Or does he need to be more experienced ?
I did not know anything about Krabi FC. Interesting piece.