Goal efficiency
How clinical and direct the player was in front of goal — volume, accuracy, and conversion.
Aymen Hussein
Friendlies · Attacker · #18 · Iraq · 29 yrs
Friendlies · Attacker · #18 · Iraq · 29 yrs
Aymen Hussein is an attacker. Aymen Hussein is a represents Iraq, 29 years old, attacker. Aymen Hussein wears shirt number 18. Aymen Hussein was born in Hawija, Iraq on 1996-03-22. Aymen Hussein is 190 cm tall and weighs 84 kg. Aymen Hussein's Sportra profile tracks season statistics across Botola Pro, Asian Cup, Friendlies, CAF Confederation Cup, and other leagues. Aymen Hussein's page brings together career clubs, trophies, injury history, multi-competition stats, and related news headlines. On Sportra you can explore Aymen Hussein season statistics, transfer history, trophies, injury updates, and related news across every competition tracked in the profile.
Attacker · #18
| Date | Type | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-30 | Free agent |  Al-Khor KHO |  Al-Karma |
| 2025-07-01 | Back from Loan |  Al Wakrah WAK | Al-Khor KHO |
| 2025-06-29 | Return from loan | Al Wakrah WAK | Al-Khor KHO |
Season intelligence
Profile as Attacker: balanced output without a single dominant trait. Archetype: Balanced contributor. Season rating 6.3.
Scaled 0–99 from season output — map to fantasy, comparisons, or scouting cards.
Per-90 rates, efficiency ratios, and Sportra indices from season totals.
How clinical and direct the player was in front of goal — volume, accuracy, and conversion.
Playmaking output: assists, key passes, and custom chance-creation signals.
Isolation threat and progressive carrying — volume plus success rate.
Shot-stopping, goals conceded, and penalty saves.
Minutes, availability, and how central they were to the team.
Every tracked category for this league and season, grouped by Sportra.
This clash will determine whether either national team can keep their knockout-stage dream alive after both suffered defeats in their opening two matches. Senegal and Iraq enter their final 2026 World Cup group match knowing that their tournament future could be decided by a single result. This clash will determine whether either national team can keep their knockout-stage dream alive after both suffered defeats in their opening two matches. Both sides arrive at the meeting after difficult campaigns so far, with Senegal losing to France and Norway, while Iraq fell against the same two opponents. The final Group I fixture represents a last opportunity for both national teams to fight for a place among the eight best third-placed teams that will advance to the Round of 32. Before the final matchday, France and Norway have already secured their places in the knockout stage after collecting six points from two victories each. France sits top with a +5 goal difference, while Norway follows closely behind with a +4 mark, meaning their own head-to-head battle will decide first place. At the bottom of the group, Senegal and Iraq remain without a single point. Senegal currently holds third place because their goal difference is -3 compared to Iraq’s -6, but both teams know that only a victory can give them a chance of continuing their World Cup journey. PositionTeamGPWDLGDPTSStatus1.France2200+56Qualified2.Norway2200+46Qualified3.Senegal2002-30Active4.Iraq2002-60Active A draw would leave both teams with just one point, which is expected to be insufficient in the race for the best third-place spots. The pressure is enormous, especially because the 48-team World Cup format gives teams one final opportunity to survive through the expanded knockout qualification system. What happens if Senegal wins? If Senegal beats Iraq, the Lions of Teranga will finish third in Group I with three points and eliminate Iraq from the tournament. However, Senegal’s qualification would still not be guaranteed. The African side would need to wait for results from other groups because only the eight strongest third-place teams will advance to the Round of 32. The Senegal team before the International Friendly match between Brazil and Senegal Goal difference could become the deciding factor. Senegal enters the match with a -3 goal difference after defeats against France and Norway, meaning a convincing victory would greatly improve their chances of moving into the knockout stage. What happens if Iraq wins? If Iraq defeats Senegal, the Lions of Mesopotamia will move into third place with three points, while Senegal will finish last and be eliminated. The challenge for Iraq is that their goal difference puts them in a difficult position. After heavy defeats to Norway and France, Iraq enters the final game with a -6 goal difference, meaning a narrow victory may not be enough to secure one of the best third-place positions. Iraq players celebrating A big win would significantly improve Iraq’s chances, but the national team would still need favorable results from other groups. Their path is much more complicated because they need both a positive result and help elsewhere. Iraq has shown fighting spirit despite facing one of the toughest groups in the tournament. Their only goal so far came from Aymen Hussein, who scored against France, but defensive struggles have left them with a difficult task heading into the final match. What happens if Senegal and Iraq draw? If Senegal and Iraq finish level, both teams will be eliminated from the 2026 World Cup. A draw would technically move Senegal to third place because of their better goal difference, while Iraq would remain fourth. However, one point would not be enough to compete with the other third-place teams fighting for knockout qualification. Kalidou Koulibaly of Senegal reacts The result would end the World Cup hopes of two teams that entered the tournament with different expectations. Senegal arrived as one of Afric
France and Iraq are clashing for Group I, with Kylian Mbappe included in the starting XI for Les Bleus. France will square off against Iraq for a Matchday 2 Group I showdown at the 2026 World Cup on Monday, June 22, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. With Les Bleus aiming to put one foot in the knockout stage, whether forward Kylian Mbappe will anchor the starting lineup remains the focal point for fans and media alike. Mbappe has been included in the starting XI for the clash against the Iraq. The captain logged a complete 90 minutes in the tournament opener against Senegal, scoring a dominant brace to fuel a 3-1 victory and participating fully in all subsequent tactical training sessions. The French side enters Monday’s match sitting comfortably atop Group I following their convincing multi-goal debut performance. Conversely, Iraq is desperate for a rebound after suffering a bruising 4-1 loss to Norway, a match completely dominated by a parallel multi-goal display from Erling Haaland. A victory alone won’t mathematically lock up the group’s top seed for France, but it serves as a massive step toward their ultimate objective. If Didier Deschamps’ squad handles business against Iraq and Norway ties Senegal in the other group fixture, Mbappe’s side will officially book their ticket to the Round of 32 as group winners. Kylian Mbappe #10 of France warms up during a training session. Mbappe chases international goalscoring milestones Following his clinical two-goal performance against Senegal, Mbappe drew level with legendary marksman Just Fontaine as France’s all-time leading scorer in World Cup history. At just 27 years old, the forward is primed to continue climbing the global charts as he chases the tournament’s ultimate benchmarks. Mbappe is ultimately tracking the historic standard set by Lionel Messi, who currently commands the all-time tournament lead with 18 career World Cup goals. With France heavily favored to dictate the tempo against Iraq, Mbappe will look to aggressively expand on his own impressive baseline of 14 tournament goals. Confirmed lineups for France and Iraq France’s confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Mike Maignan; Jules Kounde, William Saliba, Dayot Upamecano, Lucas Digne; Manu Kone, Adrien Rabiot; Michael Olise, Ousmane Dembele, Bradley Barcola; Kylian Mbappe.Head coach: Didier Deschamps. Iraq’s confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Ahmed Basil; Hussein Ali, Zaid Tahseen, Akam Hashem, Merchas Doski; Amir Al Ammari, Zaid Ismail; Ibrahim Bayesh, Zidane Iqbal, Ahmed Qasem; Aymen Hussein.Head coach: Graham Arnold.
The final result could dramatically shape the standings, as Didier Deschamps’ side looks to continue its title challenge while Iraq fights to keep its tournament hopes alive. France and Iraq meet in a crucial Group I battle at the 2026 World Cup, with both national teams heading into the match with very different objectives. The final result could dramatically shape the standings, as Didier Deschamps’ side looks to continue its title challenge while Iraq fights to keep its tournament hopes alive. Les Bleus enter the match after a strong opening performance, defeating Senegal 3-1 thanks to a second-half surge led by Kylian Mbappe. Iraq, meanwhile, suffered a difficult start after falling 4-1 to Norway, leaving Graham Arnold’s side under pressure to find points against one of the tournament’s favorites. The match represents the first-ever senior international meeting between France and Iraq. While France carries the expectations of a two-time World Cup champion, the Lions of Mesopotamia arrive with the motivation of trying to create one of the biggest surprises of the competition. France’s strong start and Iraq’s tough challenge France showed why it remains one of the favorites for the tournament after overcoming Senegal in their opening Group I match. The national team struggled during parts of the first half but found another level after the break, with Mbappe scoring twice and Bradley Barcola adding another goal to secure three points. On the other hand, Iraq showed positive moments despite the loss to Norway, especially through striker Aymen Hussein, who scored their first goal of the tournament. However, defensive mistakes proved costly, and those errors cannot be repeated against a French attack filled with elite talent. The Iraqi national team will likely focus on defensive discipline, compact positioning, and quick counterattacks. Limiting Mbappe’s space will be the biggest challenge, especially after the French forward’s dominant opening performance. Group I PositionTeamPointsGoal Difference1.Norway3+32.France3+23.Senegal0-24.Iraq0-3 What happens if France wins? A victory would move France to six points and guarantee a place in the Round of 32, putting Deschamps’ team in a comfortable position before the final group match against Norway. The result would also leave Iraq stuck on zero points after two matches, making qualification extremely difficult. The Iraqi national team would need a dramatic turnaround in the final game against Senegal and would likely need help from other results to remain alive. Kylian Mbappe #10 of France celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026. France’s win would also increase the possibility of squad rotation in the final group match. With qualification secured, Deschamps could choose to protect key players ahead of the knockout stage. Depending on Norway’s result against Senegal, France could also move closer to securing the top spot in Group I. However, the final battle for first place could still come down to the heavyweight meeting between France and Norway on the final matchday. What happens if France and Iraq draw? A draw would move France to four points and keep it in control of its qualification path. The national team would still be in a strong position, needing only a positive result against Norway to secure progression. For Iraq, earning a point would provide a major boost. After losing their opener, a draw against France would keep their hopes alive heading into the final match against Senegal. Aymen Hussein of Iraq. The result would create a more complicated Group I picture. Norway could take advantage of the situation with a victory over Senegal, while France would have to wait longer before officially confirming its knockout place. What happens if Iraq wins? An Iraq victory would be one of the biggest shocks of the 2026 World Cup so far. The result would leave both France and Iraq on three points, completely changing the Group I race. Because Iraq
Erling Haaland spearheaded a dominant performance to lead Norway to a 4-1 victory over Iraq in their 2026 World Cup Group I opener. Erling Haaland’s highly anticipated World Cup debut lived up to the astronomical hype. The Manchester City forward netted a first-half brace to power Norway to a 4-1 victory over Iraq at Boston Stadium, sealing a perfect start to their Group I campaign. Norway set the tone from the opening whistle, monopolizing possession and suffocating Iraq’s lines. The early breakthrough came courtesy of a brilliant, weaving run down the flank by Antonio Nusa, who squared a perfect ball into the heart of the box for Haaland to comfortably tap home, making it 1-0. Despite being pinned back for most of the half and creating little to no danger, Iraq stunned the crowd with a lightning-quick equalizer. A pinpoint cross found target man Aymen Hussein, who thudded a powerful header past Ørjan Nyland to bring the underdogs level. However, just minutes later, Haaland ruthlessly punished a horrific defensive blunder by the Iraqi backline, to secure his brace and send the Norwegians into the locker room with a 2-1 lead. The second half was a clinic in game management by the Europeans. After regaining complete control of the midfield, Norway put the match on ice after a header from Leo Ostigard and a late goal from Kristian Thorstvedt. With three points secured, Norway will look to punch their ticket to the knockout rounds when they square off against Senegal on Friday, June 26. Meanwhile, Iraq faces a daunting, do-or-die survival test against tournament heavyweights France.
Full preview of Iraq for the 2026 World Cup, including squad breakdown, key players, and tactical analysis of their chances. Iraq returns to the global stage for the first time since 1986. They secured their spot after a dramatic intercontinental playoff victory over Bolivia in Mexico. Ranked 57th globally, the Lions of Mesopotamia face a challenging group stage but bring immense resilience and national pride to the global tournament. As one of the final FIFA World Cup 2026 teams to qualify, they represent the ultimate underdog story. This World Cup 2026 team preview breaks down the Iraq 2026 World Cup squad, examines head coach Graham Arnold’s impact, highlights Iraq key players, and explores the tactical setup that makes them a difficult opponent to break down. Team profile CategoryDetailCoachGraham ArnoldNicknameUsood al-Rafidayn (Lions of Mesopotamia)FIFA ranking57thConfederationAFCGroupGroup IBest tournament resultGroup stageTournament appearances2Last appearance1986 How Iraq play The Iraq tactical analysis reveals a team built on defensive solidity and disciplined structure. The Iraq formation is primarily organized around a resilient defensive shape that aims to frustrate superior opponents. During their grueling 21-game qualification journey, they lost only three matches, showcasing a deep commitment to collective defending and absorbing pressure. In possession, the Lions of Mesopotamia do not rely on dominating the ball. Against Bolivia, they managed just 32% possession but proved highly clinical in transition. They look to absorb opponent attacks and launch rapid counter-attacks, utilizing the pace and directness of their forwards to create scoring opportunities. Aymen Hussein serves as a traditional target man, holding up play to relieve defensive pressure and bringing dynamic midfielders like Zidane Iqbal into the attack. Opponents will likely target their lack of top-level European experience, forcing them to defend deep in their own half for long stretches. However, this pragmatic approach makes them a frustrating side to play against. This disciplined tactical foundation will be essential if they hope to secure a positive result against elite competition this summer. Graham Arnold: The coach behind Iraq Graham Arnold took charge of the national team in May 2025 during the third round of qualification. The veteran Australian Iraq coach brings significant international experience to the role, having previously guided his native Australia to the knockout rounds of the 2022 tournament in Qatar. Arnold has implemented a pragmatic, results-driven philosophy that emphasizes defensive organization and mental toughness. Under his leadership, the squad has been highly effective, losing just three of his first 13 competitive matches while conceding only 0.77 goals per game. He is widely respected by his players for fostering a strong team spirit and navigating a demanding qualification path. His proven ability to organize underdog sides in major tournaments could be a crucial factor for the team as they face world-class opposition in North America. Key player: Ali Al-Hamadi While the roster lacks extensive top-flight European experience, Ali Al-Hamadi stands out as a vital attacking asset. The Luton Town forward provides the pace and clinical finishing required to execute the team’s counter-attacking strategy effectively. Al-Hamadi enters the showcase of international soccer teams 2026 with a proven track record of delivering in crucial moments. He scored the decisive goals against Bolivia to secure tournament qualification on April 1, 2026, and has netted five times in his first 17 international appearances. His dynamic movement complements the physical presence of Aymen Hussein, giving the attack a much-needed outlet when defending deep. If Al-Hamadi were to miss time with an injury, the squad would lose its primary transitional threat, severely limiting their ability to relieve pressure against dominant opponents. Iraq’
Iraq striker questioned for seven hours at O’HareTeam photographer denied entry after more 10 hoursIraq return to World Cup for first time since 1986Iraq’s World Cup striker, Aymen Hussein, was held and questioned for nearly seven hours at Chicago’s O’Hare airport after arriving with the squad early on Saturday, an Iraqi sporting official said.Hussein was finally allowed in, but the team’s photographer was barred from entering the United States, said the official who works for the Iraqi Olympic Committee, but has close contacts with the team. Continue reading...
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