Player name: Ali Adnan
Nationality: Iraq (Iraqi international). Born in Baghdad, Iraq. He is of Kurdish heritage; sometimes listed with links to Iran due to family background, but his international representation is for Iraq (IRQ).
Position: Left back / Left wing-back
Date of birth: 19 December 1993
Club career (selected):
- 2010–2012: Baghdad FC (Iraq)
- 2012–2013: Erbil SC (Iraq)
- 2013–2015: Çaykur Rizespor (Turkey)
- 2015–2019: Udinese (Italy, Serie A)
- 2018–2019: Atalanta (Italy) – loan
- 2019–2021: Vancouver Whitecaps FC (MLS, Canada/USA)
- 2021–2022: Vejle Boldklub (Denmark)
- 2022–2023: A club return/moves have included brief stints back in Iraq and elsewhere; records vary with short-term contracts and trials.
International career:
- Iraq U23 and senior Iraq national team
- Senior international debut: 2012
- Appearances (approx.): Over 70 caps for Iraq (figures vary over time)
- Goals: Several international goals — notable attacker from fullback who contributes offensively
- Major tournaments: AFC Asian Cup appearances; contributed to Iraq's campaigns in regional competitions
Playing style & strengths:
- Attacking left-back with strong dribbling and crossing ability
- Good pace and ability to advance on the flank; contributes to both defense and attack
- Set-piece taker for club and country at times
Honors & recognition:
- Named in various "Team of the Tournament" and young player lists during his early rise
- Widely regarded as one of Iraq's top talents of his generation
Notes: Ali Adnan is primarily recognized as an Iraqi international (country code IRQ). Some sources note ethnic or family ties across the region, but his official national team affiliation is Iraq. Club history after 2022 has included brief moves and short-term contracts; for the most current club, consult latest transfer records or the player's social/club announcements.