Abdul Razzaq Hamdallah Ends International Career on High Note with Arab Cup Title
Moroccan striker announces retirement following decisive performance in Qatar
Abdul Razzaq Hamdallah, the Al-Shabab striker, announced his international retirement. He made the announcement after leading Morocco to a 3-2 Arab Cup victory over Jordan in Qatar.
In the 72nd minute, Hamdallah entered the match as a substitute for Oussama Tannane, who had scored Morocco’s opening goal. Hamdallah then scored the equalizer in the 87th minute. He secured the winning goal in the 100th minute of extra time. These crucial goals delivered the “Atlas Lions” their second Arab Cup title.
During a post-final press conference, Hamdallah addressed questions about his potential participation in the 2026 World Cup. He stated, “This is my last match with the national team, and I am an Arab Cup champion.” He added, “After all the suffering I’ve been through, it’s time to stop international play. We are not a reserve team.”
Hamdallah expressed his satisfaction, saying, “I am happy with this title.” He explained the victory “compensates me for barren years I wished to be with the national team to get what suits my value and contribute.” He concluded, “Unfortunately, it came late, but the important thing is that it came.”
Abdul Razzaq Hamdallah’s International Career Statistics
Abdul Razzaq Hamdallah competed in the Arab Cup with Morocco’s second national team. Meanwhile, the primary national squad prepared for the Africa Cup of Nations, hosted on home soil.
June 12, 2023, marked Hamdallah’s last appearance with Morocco’s first national team. He played in a friendly match against Cape Verde on that date.
February 29, 2012, saw Hamdallah begin his international career. He debuted in a friendly match against Burkina Faso. He never played any Africa Cup of Nations matches for Morocco.
Hamdallah played four matches in the 2022 World Cup. Morocco achieved a fourth-place finish in that tournament.
Hamdallah participated in 29 international matches. He scored 10 goals and provided 3 assists during his career. Learn more about the Arab Cup.
