Hayder Abdulkareem
Hayder Abdulkareem (; born 7 Augus5 2004) is an Iraqi professional football player who plays as a midfielder for Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr and the Iraq U23.
Club career
Hayder started his career at the youth teams of Al-Minaa. On 1 August 2023, Hayder joined Al-Zawraa. On 6 January 2025, Hayder joined Al-Kahrabaa on a six-month loan During a short loan spell at Al Kahraba in 2025, he scored from a free kick and registered an assist before returning to Al-Zawraa. He impressed in AFC Champions League Two with Al-Zawraa, earned praise against top sides such as Al-Nassr, and added goals against Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya and Al-Minaa in Iraq Stars League.
Al-Nassr
On 26 January 2026, he had his first professional experience and joined Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr. he made his first appearance with the first team in the AFC Champions League Two against FK Arkadag.
International career
Iraq U20
He was called up to the Iraq U20 to participate in 2023 AFC U-20 Asian Cup. He was called up to the Iraq U20 to participate in 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup.
Iraq U23
He was called up to the Iraq U23 to participate in 2024 WAFF U-23 Championship. he was called up to the Iraq U23 to participate in 2025 AGCFF U-23 Gulf Cup.