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Yalla! The Turbulent History of Arab Nations at the World Cup charts the untold history of Arab football on the world’s greatest sporting stage. Telling the story of teams that have battled against incredible odds lie moments of brilliance: inspired players, golden generations, and performances that suggested the promise of a brighter footballing future.

Each chapter explores the cultural, political, and sporting backdrop of these historic World Cup macthes, before delving into the campaigns of each participating Arab nation. It is both a history of frustration and a celebration of perseverance.

Ali Khaled is a journalist and documentary filmmaker based in Dubai who currently works as the Sports

Editor of Arab News. He was previously the launch editor of FourFourTwo Arabia, and has written for

These Football Times, GQ, The National and Al Arabiya English.

ISBN: 978-1-06850-729-8