Ali Adnan, one of Iraq’s most successful footballing exports, is no stranger to breaking new ground during his career. The attack-minded left-back became the first Iraqi player to play in Italy’s Serie A when he signed for Udinese in 2015. The 26-year-old then created more history when he moved to North America to play for Vancouver Whitecaps in 2019. By joining the Canadian outfit, Adnan became the first Iraqi-born player to appear in Major League Soccer. Having set these unique milestones, the Iraqi