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Youssef Amyn

Youssef Wali Faeq Amyn is an Iraqi professional footballer who plays as a winger for AEK Larnaca in the Cypriot First Division.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Youssef Wali Faeq Amyn (born 21 August 2003) is an Iraqi professional footballer who plays as a winger for AEK Larnaca in the Cypriot First Division. He represents the Iraq national team at senior level. He was born in Essen, Germany, and is of Iraqi background.

Early life

Youssef Amyn was born in Essen, Germany, and is of Iraqi background. Depending on the source, his public profiles identify him as Kurdish or Arabic-speaking, reflecting differing naming conventions and source languages.

Club career

Amyn began his career with clubs in Germany before moving to AEK Larnaca in Cyprus. As of the 2025/26 season, player databases list him as a member of AEK Larnaca.

International career

Amyn represents the Iraq national team at senior level. According to player databases, he has made multiple appearances and scored goals for Iraq, although exact totals may vary between sources due to update timing.

Playing style

Amyn is primarily deployed as a winger, but some sources also list him as a right midfielder, left winger, or forward. This indicates a flexible attacking role rather than a single fixed position.

Key facts

  • Born on 21 August 2003 in Essen, Germany.
  • Plays as a winger, also listed as midfielder or forward by some sources.
  • Contracted to AEK Larnaca and wears squad number 20.
  • Represents Iraq internationally rather than Germany.
  • Position and footedness listings vary across databases due to differing descriptions.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Youssef Amyn?
He is an Iraqi professional footballer who plays for AEK Larnaca and the Iraq national team.
Where was Youssef Amyn born?
He was born in Essen, Germany.
What position does Youssef Amyn play?
He is primarily listed as a winger, though some sources also describe him as a midfielder or forward.
Which club does Youssef Amyn play for?
He plays for AEK Larnaca in Cyprus.
Which national team does Youssef Amyn represent?
He represents Iraq at senior international level.
When was Youssef Amyn born?
He was born on 21 August 2003.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Youssef_Amyn
    Supports: Full name, date of birth, place of birth, position, club, and Iraq national team representation.
  2. UEFA — https://www.uefa.com/uefaeuropaleague/clubs/players/250166967--youssef-amyn/
    Supports: Club affiliation, date of birth, position listing, and squad number.
  3. FotMob — https://www.fotmob.com/players/1235623/youssef-amyn
    Supports: Age, position, preferred foot, current club, and season statistics.
  4. 365Scores — https://www.365scores.com/en-us/football/player/youssef-amyn-132439
    Supports: Club, nationality, date of birth, height, jersey number, and contract information.
  5. National Football Teams — https://www.national-football-teams.com/player/92877/Youssef_Amyn.html
    Supports: Position, place of birth, height, and Iraq senior appearances/goals.
  6. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/321221/youssef-amyn
    Supports: Club, position, birthdate, nationality, and match logs.
  7. SofaScore — https://www.sofascore.com/football/player/youssef-amyn/1106352
    Supports: Club, contract expiry, nationality, height, preferred foot, position, shirt number, and transfer history.
  8. Transfermarkt — https://www.transfermarkt.us/youssef-amyn/profil/spieler/684307
    Supports: Birthplace, citizenship, position, current club, previous clubs, and family relation note.