American soccer player (born 2000)
Amet Ylber Korça (born September 16, 2000) is an American soccer player who plays as a defender.
Early life
Korça is from Arlington, Texas, where he attended The Oakridge School. He played youth soccer for Solar SC in North Texas. He joined Dinamo Zagreb in 2019.[2][3]
Career
Korça joined NK Dubrava from Dinamo Zagreb, initially on loan, before joining permanently and becoming club captain in his final season. When he left the club he bought a new washing machine for his former club as a farewell gift.[4] In June 2022 Korça was announced as a new signing for HNK Gorica, signing a three-year contract.[5] Playing for HNK Gorica in the Croatian Football League he only managed two appearances which included a red card away against HNK Hajduk Split.[6]
In January 2023 he agreed to join FC Dallas, signing a one-year contract with options for 2024 and 2025.[7] He was released by Dallas following their 2024 season.[8]
Personal life
Both his parents are Albanian who left Albania initially for New York, before moving to Texas where Korça was born.[9]
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