Athlete
Meshaal Barsham
footballer
Meshaal Essa Barsham is a professional Qatari football goalkeeper who plays for Al Sadd SC and the Qatar national football team. He is widely regarded as one of the best goalkeepers in Asia and won the Golden Glove at the 2023 AFC Asian Cup
Early Life
Meshaal Barsham was born in Khartoum, Sudan, and later represented Qatar internationally. He comes from a famous sporting family and is the younger brother of Olympic high-jump champion Mutaz Essa Barshim.
Education
There is no publicly available information about his school or university education. Most public records focus on his football development through Al Sadd's youth academy.
Career Highlights
Youth Career
Developed through Al Sadd's youth academy.
Progressed into the senior team in 2017.
Club Career
Long-time goalkeeper for Al Sadd.
Won multiple Qatar Stars League titles and domestic cups.
Became one of the club's most successful goalkeepers.
International Career
Made his senior debut for Qatar in 2021.
Represented Qatar at the FIFA World Cup and AFC Asian Cup.
Included in Qatar's 2026 FIFA World Cup squad.
Key Achievements
Short Achievement List
🏆 AFC Asian Cup Winner (2023)
🥇 AFC Asian Cup Golden Glove Winner (Best Goalkeeper)
⭐ AFC Asian Cup Team of the Tournament (2023)
🏆 Multiple Qatar Stars League titles with Al Sadd
🌍 FIFA World Cup player for Qatar (2022 & 2026)
Two-Line Achievement Summary
Meshaal Barsham helped Qatar win the 2023 AFC Asian Cup and was named the tournament's best goalkeeper. He is one of the most decorated goalkeepers in Qatari football and a key player for both Al Sadd and Qatar.
Net Worth
Meshaal Barsham's exact net worth is not publicly disclosed.
Estimated Net Worth (2026):
Approximately $1 million – $3 million USD from professional contracts, bonuses, and sponsorships.
This is an unofficial estimate based on his status as a top international goalkeeper.
Relationship Status
There is no publicly confirmed information about Meshaal Barsham being married or in a public relationship. He keeps his personal life private.
Social Media
No widely verified public Instagram or X account is consistently listed in major football databases as of 2026.
Quick Facts
Full Name: Meshaal Essa Barsham
Born: 14 February 1998
Age: 28
Height: 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
Position: Goalkeeper
Club: Al Sadd SC
National Team: Qatar
Jersey Number: 22
Preferred Foot: Right
Brother: Olympic champion Mutaz Barshim
Major Award: AFC Asian Cup Golden Glove (2023)