Ahmed (21) is a central midfielder for a local Basra youth side. During league play he suffered an acute knee twist; imaging confirmed a partial ACL tear with meniscus involvement.
Before the injury
He featured in provincial tournaments and helped his club reach the second round. His family offers moral support but cannot cover full surgery costs and travel to Sulaymaniyah for specialist follow-up.
Why this campaign
- Delaying surgery increases cartilage damage risk and early career loss.
- The club provides training but not major operations.
- Ahmed commits to a phased return protocol once cleared.
How gifts are used
Funds go only to approved lines: hospital and surgeon fees, anesthesia, physiotherapy (3× weekly for 16 weeks), basic home rehab equipment, and travel for reviews. A weekly expense summary is posted on this page.
Thanks to early donors we are past 70% of goal — remaining funds close the surgery gap and the first month of rehab.
Approved medical summary: Diagnosis: Partial ACL tear (right knee) with mild meniscal involvement — MRI dated 14 Jan 2026.
Plan: Arthroscopic reconstruction, then phased rehab (0–6 weeks protection, 6–16 strength/stability, 16+ graded return to running).
Budget: Reviewed by the volunteer panel; figures cover an approved Sulaymaniyah hospital and partner rehab center.
Verification: Volunteer orthopaedic reviewer Dr. K. cleared the file; no current surgical contraindications.