Shaikh Salman extends condolences on the passing of Nadhim Shaker

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Shaikh Salman extends condolences on the passing of Nadhim Shaker

Kuala Lumpur: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has sent his condolences to the Iraqi Football Association (IFA) and the family and friends of former Iraq international and head coach Nadhim Shaker who passed away at the age of 61 on Friday after contracting COVID-19.

The AFC President said: “On behalf of the whole Asian football family, please accept my heartfelt sympathies and condolences on the passing of Nadhim Shaker.

“The COVID-19 pandemic has been the toughest medical crisis of our time and we mourn the loss of a true servant of the game.

“He will always be remembered for his incredible contributions to football development in Iraq and Asia and for serving as an inspiration to the Continent’s fans and players for his remarkable achievements in the game,” said Shaikh Salman.