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Ahmad Radhi: Biography, Facts and Career

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Ahmed Radhi Humaiesh Al-Salehi (Arabic: أَحْمَد رَاضِي هَمِيش الصَّالِحِيّ, 21 April 1964 – 21 June 2020) was an Iraqi footballer who played as a striker. Nicknamed "Al-Saher" (The Magician) in his playing days and regarded as one of Iraq's and Asia's best players of all time, Radhi scored the only Iraqi goal at the FIFA World Cup in its 1986 edition, a low shot to the corner of the net against Belgium in a 2–1 defeat. He was voted the Asian Footballer of the Year in 1988.

Quick facts about Ahmad Radhi

  • Full name: Ahmad Radhi
  • Born: 1964-04-21
  • Nationality: Iraq
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q401433

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Who is Ahmad Radhi?

Ahmed Radhi Humaiesh Al-Salehi (Arabic: أَحْمَد رَاضِي هَمِيش الصَّالِحِيّ, 21 April 1964 – 21 June 2020) was an Iraqi footballer who played as a striker.

What nationality is Ahmad Radhi?

Ahmad Radhi is Iraq.

When was Ahmad Radhi born?

Ahmad Radhi was born on 1964-04-21.

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