As Qatar takes on Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup today, all eyes are on one player with Kerala roots. Everyone's wondering if 19-year-old Tahsin Mohammed will get to play in the match.
Malayalis everywhere are hoping to see the 19-year-old in Qatar's starting lineup. Even if he doesn't start, fans believe he might come on as a substitute.
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A record in the making
With his birthday just two days away, a debut today would be an amazing gift. If Tahsin plays, he will create a record as the first-ever Malayali to play in a World Cup.
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His journey started at Aspire
Tahsin, who currently plays as a left-winger, honed his skills at Qatar's famous Aspire Football Academy. This academy is known for producing top talent.
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No stranger to the national jersey
This isn't his first time representing Qatar. The young player has already played for the country's Under-16, Under-19, and Under-23 teams.
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Proud roots in Kannur, Kerala
The 19-year-old footballer is the son of Jamshid and Shaima. His family originally hails from Thalassery in Kerala's Kannur district.
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The match is tonight
The match kicks off at 12:30 AM tonight. This is Qatar's second World Cup appearance. They are in Group B, where they will also face Bosnia and Canada.
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