Cavalry FC announces the return of fan-favourite Karifa Yao (CAN), as well as the addition of Jean-Aniel Assi (CAN), both on loan to the roster for the 2022 season.
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Karifa Yao
Yao played on loan from Montreal FC to Cavalry FC for the 2021 season, striking a chord with fans and his teammates for his reliable presence on the field. He won a total of 38 out of his 67 tackles throughout the regular season, as well as 174 duels won and 74 aerial duels won. Notably, he also scored a goal against Pacific FC in the 2021 CPL Playoffs. Yao is a strong centre-back who always puts in big tackles in the last line of defence, and the club is pleased to have him return to the roster for the upcoming season. “I’m happy to be back, it is a privilege and honour to wear this jersey again and to try to help Cavalry FC achieve great results.” – Karifa Yao, on returning to Cavalry FCJean-Aniel Assi
Assi joined the Montreal Impact Academy at the age of 13, and later represented Canada at the 2019 CONCACAF Boys U15 Championship. He signed his first professional contract in 2020 with Montreal FC, and became their youngest player ever to debut for the club on December 15, 2020 in a CONCACAF Champions League match against C.D. Olimpia. The 17-year-old forward player comes to Cavalry FC on loan for the 2022 season. “I am very happy to join Cavalry FC. I’m here to win with my teammates and all the fans in the region. Calgary is a beautiful city with Olympic history. I hope to be able to make an impact this season in the CPL and celebrate a title with the Footsoldiers group.” – Jean-Aniel Assi, on joining Cavalry FCContinue reading...