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Richard Mbulu
Richard Mbulu (born 25 January 1994) is a Malawian professional footballer who plays as a forward for Iraqi side Al-Najaf SC. He was included in Malawi's squad for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations.[2] Early lifeMbulu was born in Mangochi, Malawi.[1] Club careerHaving started his career at Malawi Armed Forces College following his enlistment in the armed forces,[3] he joined Mozambican side Costa do Sol in December 2016.[4] He later moved to Portuguese side A.D. Sanjoanense before returning to Costa do Sol in the summer of 2018.[5] In the summer of 2019, Mbulu signed for South African side Baroka on a three-year deal.[6] International careerHe was called up to the Malawi national football team for the first time in January 2017,[7] and made his debut for them on 10 June 2017 in a 1–0 win against Comoros.[1] He scored his first goal for Malawi on 4 September 2017 in a 1–0 win against Togo.[8] He scored the only goal of a 1–0 win against Uganda which allowed Malawi to qualify for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations.[9] Personal lifeWhen Mbulu left school, he became a soldier but later decided to pursue a career in football. His father was also a footballer and a soldier.[3][10] References
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