Ali Al-Hamadi

Ali Al-Hamadi is an Iraqi footballer. He is newsworthy due to his crucial goal in Iraq's 2-1 victory against Bolivia in the intercontinental playoffs held in Mexico on April 1, 2026. This victory secured Iraq's qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking their first appearance in the tournament since 1986, ending a 30-year wait. Al-Hamadi's goal was instrumental in making Iraq the 48th and final team to qualify for the World Cup. As a result of this qualification, Iraq will be in the same group as France in the World Cup, increasing the significance of Al-Hamadi's contribution to the team's success.