According to Al Jazeera, Iraqi striker Aymen Hussein has earned his place in the World Cup, capping a remarkable journey. Known as the 'Lion of Mesopotamia' and Iraq's most expensive footballer, Hussein was the architect of his nation's path to the tournament—he scored the crucial qualifying goal against Bolivia. Behind the accolade lies a deeper story: Hussein's rise comes after overcoming personal tragedy, making his World Cup qualification a testament to resilience.

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