Oliver Kass Kawo


Oliver Isak Kass Kawo is a footballer who plays as a midfielder for Finnish club FF Jaro. Born in Sweden, he has played for the Syria national team.

Early life

Kass Kawo was born in Sweden to a Syrian father from Al-Hasakah, and a Swedish mother. He began playing football aged five.

Club career

In March 2021, Kass Kawo left Vasalunds IF to join FC Järfälla. On 1 February 2022, he signed a deal until June 2024 with Danish 1st Division club FC Helsingør after a trial period.

International career

Having represented Syria internationally at under-23 level, Kass Kawo made his senior debut on 30 November 2021, in a 2021 FIFA Arab Cup game against the United Arab Emirates. He scored his first international goal on 3 December, on his 20th birthday, helping Syria beat Tunisia 2–0 in the same competition.

Style of play

Kass Kawo is a versatile forward capable of playing in multiple offensive positions.

Career statistics

International

No.DateVenueOpponentScoreResultCompetition
13 December 2021Al Bayt Stadium, Al Khor, Qatar1–02–02021 FIFA Arab Cup

Honours

Syria U23