Abderrazak Hamdallah Retires from International Football After Morocco Wins Arab Cup 2025
Moroccan striker Abderrazak Hamdallah announces his international retirement after Morocco's Arab Cup 2025 victory.
SUMMARY
Moroccan striker Abderrazak Hamdallah announced his retirement from international football after winning the 2025 Arab Cup with Morocco in Qatar, stating that this title is the best conclusion to his international career which began in 2012 and included participation in major tournaments.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Abderrazak Hamdallah announces his international retirement after the 2025 Arab Cup.
- Hamdallah scored two goals in the final against Jordan, helping Morocco win the title.
- He began his international career in 2012, playing 28 matches and scoring 8 goals.
- He had previously retired in 2019 but returned to the national team and played in the 2022 World Cup.
- Hamdallah continues his professional career with Al-Shabab in the Saudi league.
CORE SUBJECT
Abderrazak Hamdallah's international retirement after Morocco's Arab Cup victory
Moroccan striker Abderrazak Hamdallah. (AFP)
Moroccan striker Abderrazak Hamdallah has closed the chapter on his international career with his national team, announcing his retirement from international football following Morocco's triumph in the 2025 Arab Cup held in Qatar, marking a perfect conclusion to a long journey with the "Atlas Lions."
Hamdallah: The Title Is the Best End to My International Career
Hamdallah confirmed in statements to Al-Kass Qatar channel after the final match that his decision came from full conviction, explaining that the next phase should be dedicated to young players to continue building the Moroccan national team.
He pointed out that winning the Arab Cup represents the best possible ending to his international career after years he described as difficult with the national team.
Decisive Impact in the Final Against Jordan
The 35-year-old striker was one of the standout stars of the final match, playing a decisive role in Morocco's title win by scoring two goals in the thrilling 3-2 victory over Jordan at the Lusail World Cup Stadium.
Emotional Statements After the Match
Hamdallah said during the post-match press conference: "This is my last match wearing the Moroccan national team jersey, and I am very happy with this title which compensates for difficult years. Perhaps the opportunity came late, but the important thing is that it was achieved."
International Career by the Numbers
Hamdallah began his international career with the Moroccan national team in 2012, playing 28 international matches, scoring 8 goals, providing 3 assists, and participating in major tournaments including the World Cup, Africa Cup of Nations, and the Arab Cup.
Previous Retirement and Comeback
Hamdallah had previously announced his international retirement in 2019 before reversing his decision and returning to represent Morocco, which achieved a historic fourth-place finish at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
Current Club Career
Abderrazak Hamdallah continues his professional club career, currently playing for Al-Shabab Club in the Saudi Professional League.
KEYWORDS
MENTIONED ENTITIES 6
Abderrazak Hamdallah
👤 Person_MaleMoroccan football striker who announced his international retirement after the 2025 Arab Cup
Moroccan national team
🏛️ OrganizationMorocco's national football team
Arab Cup 2025
EventFootball tournament held in Qatar in 2025
Al-Shabab Club
🏛️ OrganizationSaudi football club where Abderrazak Hamdallah currently plays
Qatar
📍 Location_CountryCountry that hosted the 2025 Arab Cup and 2022 World Cup
Jordan national team
🏛️ OrganizationNational football team competing in the 2025 Arab Cup
NOTABLE QUOTES 1
"This is my last match wearing the Moroccan national team jersey, and I am very happy with this title which compensates for difficult years. Perhaps the opportunity came late, but the important thing is that it was achieved."
Context: Statements after the 2025 Arab Cup final