Aymen Hussein Overcomes Tragedy to Qualify for World Cup 2026

Iraq’s Aymen Hussein has led his national team to the World Cup for the first time in 40 years, scoring the decisive goal against Bolivia in qualifying. Despite a tragic past marked by the murder of his father and the kidnapping of his brother, Hussein pursued his dream of football, becoming Iraq’s most expensive player with a contract worth $1 million. As the Lions of Mesopotamia prepare for the tournament, Hussein’s performance is expected to be crucial for their success.

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