Aymen Hussein

Footballer

Iraqi Hawija, Kirkuk, Iraq

Quick Info

ProfessionFootballer
NationalityIraqi
Date of Birth22/03/1996
Age30 years
BirthplaceHawija, Kirkuk, Iraq

Latest News about Aymen Hussein

17/06/2026

Aymen Hussein scored Iraq’s only goal in a 4-1 defeat to Norway at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Reports described the goal as a historic moment, noting that he became the first Iraqi player to score at a World Cup since 1986.

14/06/2026

Al Jazeera published a feature on Aymen Hussein’s path from personal tragedy and hardship to becoming a leading figure for Iraq’s national team. The piece focused on how he helped propel Iraq toward World Cup qualification and highlighted the challenges he overcame along the way.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameAymen Hussein Ghadhban Al-Mafreajy
Known ForPlaying as a forward/striker for club and country
Current ClubAl-Karma
National TeamIraq

Physical Stats & More

Height1.89 m
Weight84 kg
Playing PositionStriker
FootRight

Personal Life

Birth NameAymen Hussein Ghadhban Al-Mafreajy

Career

Youth CareerNaft Maysan
Senior Career
  • Al-Karkh
  • Muaither
  • Al-Khor
  • Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya
  • Al-Karma
International CareerHas represented Iraq internationally since 2015

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. He is also known by the Arabic spelling أيمن حسين.
2. He has played for multiple clubs in Iraq and Qatar.
3. He has been a regular member of the Iraq national team since 2015.
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