Ahmed Qasem

Ahmed Ihab Ahmed, known as Ahmed Qasem ( pronounced ; born 12 July 2003), is a professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for Major League Soccer club Nashville SC. Born in Sweden, he plays for the Iraq national team.

Club career

On 18 February 2025, Qasem signed with Nashville SC. Qasem made his Nashville debut on 22 February 2025 against New England Revolution. He scored his first goal for the club on 8 March 2025 against Portland Timbers.

International career Qasem represented Sweden internationally at under-17, under-18, under-19 and under-21 levels.

On 11 May 2026, Qasem's request to switch allegiance to Iraq was approved by FIFA.

On 29 May 2026, Qasem made his senior international debut for Iraq in their pre-World Cup friendly against Andorra, starting the match and playing 65 minutes before being replaced by Jussef Nasrawe as Iraq continued their preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup.

Personal life Born in Sweden, Qasem is of Palestinian and Iraqi descent.