Abdulwahab Al-Awadi


Abdulwahab Al-Awadi is a Kuwaiti professional footballer who plays as a right-back for Al-Arabi and the Kuwait national football team.

Club career

Al-Yarmouk

Abdulwahab Al-Awadi began his career in the youth division of Al-Yarmouk, primarily playing as a forward. He finished as the top scorer in the youth league. He also made appearances for the first team over two seasons, although with limited playing time. Al-Awadi was part of the squad that won the 2023–24 Kuwaiti Division One. His tenure with the club concluded as he signed mid season with Al-Arabi.

Al-Arabi

After signing with Al-Arabi a year earlier, Abdulwahab Al-Awadi made his debut in the 11th week of the 2024–25 Kuwaiti Premier League against Al-Tadamon, featuring in a new role as a right-back. He was named Player of the Week for his performance in the match. Over the course of the season, Al-Awadi became a regular substitute and went on to play in his first Crown Prince Cup final against Kuwait SC. In the 120th minute of the match, he conceded a penalty by fouling Marhoon, which resulted in a goal and a loss for Al-Arabi, with regular appearances in the AFC Challenge League.

National career

After sparking success throughout the 2024-25 season, Abdulwahab was called up for the national team for 2026 World Cup qualifiers made his debut against South Korea, later was called up regularly for camps.

Honours

Al-Yarmouk

Individual