Zidane Iqbal is the first Pakistani heritage player in the World Cup
The former Manchester United midfielder is set to make history by representing Iraq on football's biggest stage.
A significant milestone in sports history is being reached as Zidane Iqbal becomes the first player of Pakistani heritage to feature at a men's World Cup. While he represents the Iraqi national team, his appearance marks a breakthrough for the Pakistani diaspora in professional football at its highest level.
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