Michael Chopra: Alloa Athletic sign former Ipswich striker

Michael Chopra (left) was last with Kerala Blasters

Former Newcastle United, Sunderland and Cardiff City striker Michael Chopra has joined part-timers Alloa Athletic in the Scottish Championship.

The 31-year-old joined Kerala Blasters in the Indian Super League in August but failed to score in nine appearances for David James' side.

Chopra, a former England youth international, also failed to score the previous season for Blackpool.

He had joined the Seasiders from Championship rivals Ipswich Town.

Chopra, who has previously admitted a gambling problem, also had loan spells with Watford, Nottingham Forest and Barnsley.

He received international clearance in time for Tuesday's league game against Rangers and featured as a late substitute.

Chopra made a late appearance for Alloa against Rangers