Ahmed Qasem - goal scorer for the second match in a row

From Elfsborg to Nashville

Ahmed Qasem continues to deliver in Nashville SC. In the team's 3-1 victory against Philadelphia Union, he scored for the second consecutive match. Ahmed Qasem has quickly made an impact in Major League Soccer. Since his transfer from Elfsborg to Nashville SC, the 21-year-old midfielder has proven he can perform at the highest level, and his development indicates a promising future – both at the club and international levels.

After leaving Elfsborg for play in MLS, Ahmed Qasem has had a strong start at his new club. According to reports from Borås Tidning, the transfer fee amounted to 45 million kronor, and with bonuses, the total sum could reach around 60 million kronor.

Last weekend, he struck with his first goal for Nashville SC in the 2-0 victory against Portland Timbers. Now, he followed that up with another goal in the match against Philadelphia. Qasem was in the starting lineup and left the field after 75 minutes of play. On the international side, he has previously represented Sweden's youth national teams, including U21. However, he has the option to choose to play for other nations. When he was recently asked about his future national team choice, he was still unsure.

– I take it day by day. It's a very good question. My mom and dad come from different countries, and I was born in Sweden. It's a difficult choice, but I hope to make the right decision in the future. Right now, I'm focusing on Nashville and MLS, he said then.

Qasem's dad has his roots in Kuwait, while his mom was born in Iraq. Qasem, who was born and raised in Sweden, made his breakthrough at Elfsborg where he impressed with his technique. One thing is for sure: Ahmed Qasem is a player to keep an eye on.

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