Mohamed Al-Taay

Mohamed Huseian Reda Khafaji Al Taay (, ; born 15 June 2000) is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Iraqi Stars League club Al-Karma. Born in Australia, he plays for the Iraq national team.

Early life Al-Taay was born in Campbelltown, New South Wales with two older brothers and one younger sister. His parents, who hailed from Iraq, fled to Australia in 1994 due to the conflicts under Saddam Hussein. He joined his first football clubs with Blacktown City and Marconi Stallions in their junior age groups.

Despite being born in Australia, Al-Taay developed interest in representing the Iraq national football team. He is a devoted Muslim and frequently participates in Ramadan.

At the conclusion of the 2022–23 A-League season, Al-Taay departed Newcastle after 29 appearances in all competitions across two seasons.

Wellington Phoenix Al-Taay signed for Wellington Phoenix ahead of the 2023–24 season. On 17 January 2025, Al-Taay was granted an early release from his contract with the Phoenix.

Western Sydney Wanderers Following his mid-season release from Wellington, Al-Taay returned to the Western Sydney Wanderers, where he had previously been part of their youth academy.

Al-Karma In January 2026, Al-Taay signed for Iraqi Stars League club Al-Karma.

International career On 21 May 2024, Al-Taay was named in Iraq’s 26 man squad for their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification matches against Indonesia and Vietnam. He made his debut in the former on 6 June 2024, substituting Osama Rashid in the 86th minute as Iraq beat Indonesia with the score of 2–0.

Style of play Al-Taay is primarily positioned as a defensive midfielder but is also able to play as a centre-back and right back.