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Akam Hashem, a player for the Iraq national football team, has received an offer from Portuguese club Porto to join the team next season.
What happened?
Akam Hashem received a formal offer from Porto after his impressive performance in the 2026 World Cup.
Sources close to the player stated that Porto's management moved to sign him after his outstanding performances in Iraq's matches against Norway and France.
Why does this matter for the Iraq national football team?
Akam Hashem sees the 2026 World Cup as an opportunity to play professionally in one of Europe's top leagues.
| Match | Date | Result |
|---|---|---|
| France vs Iraq | 2026-06-22 | 3-0 |
| Iraq vs Senegal | 2026-06-26 | - |
What comes next?
The negotiations and formalities will be completed after the Iraq national team's participation in the 2026 World Cup ends.
Akam Hashem has given his preliminary approval to the Portuguese offer, and his agent will handle the negotiations.
Background
Akam Hashem played for Al-Zawraa last season, after previously representing Erbil and Al-Shorta in the Iraqi league.
He hopes that the 2026 World Cup will be his gateway to European football after successfully capitalizing on his international appearances.
