Biography
Zidane Aamar Iqbal (born 27 April 2003) is a highly skilled Iraqi professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Eredivisie club Utrecht.
He also represents the Iraq national team. Notably, Zidane Iqbal is the first English player of South Asian origin to play for the prestigious football club Manchester United.
Iraqi football player
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| Full name: | Zidane Aamar Iqbal |
| Stage name: | Zidane Iqbal |
| Born: | April 27, 2003 (age 21) |
| Place of birth: | Manchester, United Kingdom |
| Nationality: | Iraqi |
| Education: | Do not have |
| Height: | 1.81 meters |
| Parents: | Aamar Iqbal |
| Siblings: | Do not have |
| Couple: | Unmarried |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Do not have |
| The children: | Do not have |
| Job: | Football player |
| Net worth: | 860,000 pounds |
Early life and education
Zidane Iqbal, a young football prodigy, was born in Manchester, England, on April 27, 2003. His family background is diverse and interesting as he has a Pakistani father, Aamar Iqbal, and an Iraqi mother, Mrs. Iqbal.
Although the identities of his parents have not been revealed to the media, it adds an air of mystery to his life. Knowledge about Zidane Iqbal’s siblings or details about his educational journey are still limited.
Career
On 8 December 2021, Zidane Iqbal made a big step forward when he entered the field for his first-team debut against Manchester United. This milestone came in the Champions League match against Young Boys, where he showed off his skills as a substitute in the 89th minute.
Iqbal’s debut marked a historic moment for England’s South Asian representation at the prestigious Manchester United team. During that season, he had two more opportunities to prove his talent in subsequent Champions League matches for the club.
Zidane Iqbal got the chance to showcase his talent on the international stage in January 2022 when he made his debut for the Iraq national team in a friendly match against Lebanon. This was a turning point in his career when he represented his country at the famous 2022 FIFA Arab Cup.
In July 2023, Zidane Iqbal officially became a member of the Utrecht team through a permanent transfer. His first appearance for the club took place on 7 August of the same year, in an exciting Eredivisie match against Vitesse Arnhem.
Awards & Nominations
- Manchester United Under-23 Player of the Year 2021
- EFL Trophy 2022 Team of the Tournament
Social media
- Instagram: @zidane.iqbal
- Twitter: @ZidaneIqbal
- Facebook: Zidane Iqbal
Personal life
Zidane Iqbal, 21, is known to be a private person, not revealing much about his personal life on social media. However, he has discussed how his family has supported his football career and expressed pride in his diverse heritage.
In addition, Zidane Iqbal also wants to be an inspiration for other young people from ethnic minorities. However, he has not mentioned anything about having a girlfriend.
Net worth
Zidane Iqbal is an emerging footballer who has only recently entered the professional scene with a net worth of £860,000. He therefore needs time to amass a significant fortune. While his current weekly salary at Utrecht is estimated to be around £10,000, it is likely that he also earns some additional income through sponsorships and endorsements.
