AthleteIraqi1983 – present
Younis Mahmoud
Iraqi footballer, 2007 AFC Asian Cup winner and captain
Biography
Iraqi professional footballer who played as a striker and served as captain of the Iraqi national team. He was a key player during Iraq's surprise AFC Asian Cup victory in 2007.
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Quick Facts
Category
Athlete
Nationality
Iraqi
Born
1983
Thinking about the name
Younis
Arabic origin
“A direct transliteration of the Arabic prophet Jonah (Yunus), Younis is the anglicized spelling popular in English-speaking Muslim communities. The name carries deep religious significance while being accessible across cultural boundaries. It represents faith, resilience, and spiritual depth with a modern, streamlined presentation.”