# Assad Al-Hamlawi performance for Palestine national team

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/assad-al-hamlawi-performance-for-palestine-national-team
> Updated: 2026-10-03T00:51:43.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Assad Al-Hamlawi, a striker for Universitatea Craiova, has established himself as a prominent figure for the Palestine national football team during a series of international friendly matches in China.

Al-Hamlawi debuted with a goal in a 2-2 draw against New Zealand, earning the nickname ‘The Bulldozer’ from supporters. He continued his scoring streak by netting two goals against Tajikistan in a 4-2 victory and scoring twice more in a 5-0 win over China.

Having scored five goals in three matches, Al-Hamlawi is expected to be a key part of the Palestinian squad for the 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-03: Assad Al Hamlawi scores twice for Palestine in 5-0 win over China

Universitatea Craiova striker Assad Al Hamlawi scored twice in Palestine's 5-0 friendly win over China, bringing his international total to five goals in three matches.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/assad-al-hamlawi-scores-twice-for-palestine-in-5-0-win-over-china

### 2026-09-27: Assad Al-Hamlawi scores first goal for Palestine national team

Universitatea Craiova striker Assad Al-Hamlawi scored his first goal for the Palestine national team in a 2-2 friendly against New Zealand, earning him the nickname ‘The Bulldozer’ from fans.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/assad-al-hamlawi-scores-first-goal-for-palestine-national-team

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