Nadhum Shaker 1958 – 2020

Biography

Nadhum Shaker was born on April 13, 1958, in Baghdad, Iraq, during a transformative period in the nation’s history. He went on to become a notable figure in Iraqi football, contributing to the sport during his years of active participation. His career reflected his dedication to the game and his connection to Iraq’s sporting heritage.

Throughout his life, Shaker remained connected to Iraq, eventually settling in the Erbil Governorate in the country’s north. He witnessed and lived through significant changes in Iraq over several decades, from the latter half of the twentieth century through the early years of the twenty-first. His presence in the region represented the enduring legacy of those who helped shape Iraqi athletics and culture.

Nadhum Shaker passed away on September 11, 2020, in Erbil Governorate, succumbing to COVID-19 during the global pandemic. His death marked the loss of a person who had contributed to Iraq’s football community and represented a generation of athletes from Baghdad. He is remembered as part of Iraqi sporting history, leaving behind a legacy connected to the nation’s football tradition.