[1] On 6 October 2017, Akbari made his professional debut in the opening round of the 2017–18 season, replacing Nicholas D'Agostino in the 83rd minute as Brisbane Roar were beaten 2–0 by Melbourne City at AAMI Park.

[2][3][4] He made his Victory debut on 11 November 2018, replacing James Troisi in the 89th minute as they demolished the Central Coast Mariners 4–1 at home.

[5] On 28 June 2023, Georgian top-flight club Torpedo Kutaisi announced it had signed Akbari on a 1.5-year contract.

[6] Due to his Afghan heritage, Akbari is available to represent Afghanistan national football team.

He eventually moved onto Logan Lightning and he played with them for several years before joining the Brisbane Strikers [9] Australia U17