Iraq's Ali Al Hamadi on realising his World Cup dream, 'amazing coach' Graham Arnold and facing Kylian Mbappe
Ali Al Hamadi is a trailblazer. The 24-year-old grew up in Liverpool and became the first Iraqi player to feature in the English Premier League, coming on as a substitute for Ipswich Town against his hometown club on August 17, 2024. Ipswich were relegated at the end of that campaign. Al Hamadi spen
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Ali Al Hamadi, the first Iraqi player in the English Premier League, reflects on his journey and the challenges ahead, including facing top players like Kylian Mbappe. His story highlights the intersection of sports and national pride amidst Iraq's broader socio-political landscape.
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