Oday Dabbagh is a history-making Palestinian footballer, a prolific striker, and a key figure in Palestine’s rise on the international football stage.

Born on December 3, 1998, in Jerusalem, Dabbagh began his professional career at just 16 with Hilal Al-Quds. By 19, he was the West Bank Premier League’s top scorer, leading his team to multiple league titles and earning his first call-up to the Palestinian national team. His dominance in Palestine opened doors abroad, first in Kuwait, where he won the league title with Al-Arabi and finished as the league’s top scorer in 2021.

In 2021, he made history as the first homegrown Palestinian to play in Portugal’s Primeira Liga, signing with F.C. Arouca. Over two seasons, he proved himself against top European competition, earning a move to the Belgian Pro League with Charleroi. In 2025, he joined Aberdeen FC in Scotland’s top division, continuing his rise in European football.

For Palestine, Dabbagh has been a game-changer. Since his international debut in 2018, he has led the team to historic achievements, including key goals in major tournaments. His relentless drive and ability to deliver in crucial moments have made him one of the most influential Palestinian athletes of his generation.

Now competing in Europe’s elite leagues, Dabbagh has become an inspiration to countless aspiring athletes, especially from his homeland. With a large and growing following, he continues to use his platform to inspire the next generation of Palestinian footballers, showing them that with determination and hard work, they too can achieve greatness on the global stage.