Abdulla Al-Kalisy (; born 7 January 1996) is an Iraqi footballer who plays as a striker for Auckland City.
Early life
Al-Kalisy was born in 1996 in Iraq and grew up in Auckland, New Zealand. He started playing football at the age of ten.
Club career
In 2017, Al-Kalisy signed for New Zealand side Tasman United. He was described as being in "good form for the early ISPS Handa Premiership leaders".
International career
Al-Kalisy has been called up to represent Iraq internationally at youth level. He was first called up to the Iraq national under-23 football team in 2017.
Personal life
Al-Kalisy obtained New Zealand citizenship. He has worked as a diversity and inclusion officer. He is the older brother of Iraqi footballer Yousif Al-Kalisy.
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