Ali Hussein (born 1 January 1953) is a former Iraqi

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striker who played for

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in the

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. He played for the national team between 1975 and 1980. Ali Hussein was topscorer of the Iraqi League in 1979-80 and in 1983-84.- RSSSF
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Career statistics

International goals

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References

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