Salem Al-Dawsari is a Saudi Arabia forward who plays for Al-Hilal, born in 1991, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. At 34 he goes to the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Saudi Arabia, drawn into Group D. The man who scored Saudi Arabia’s historic World Cup win over Argentina.
Key Takeaways
- Full name: Salem Al-Dawsari
- Born: 1991, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Position: Forward
- Club: Al-Hilal
- Country: Saudi Arabia (Group D)
- Estimated net worth (2026): estimated $15-25 million USD
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Bio and early career
Salem Al-Dawsari was born in 1991, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia’s primary creative threat. Scored the historic 2022 winner vs Argentina.
Throughout his career, Salem Al-Dawsari has built a reputation as a high-output attacker for both club and country.
Club career
Salem Al-Dawsari currently plays for Al-Hilal, where he is a regular starter.
- Scored the goal that beat Argentina at 2022
- Multiple Saudi Pro League titles
- Saudi Arabia’s most experienced forward
Saudi Arabia and World Cup 2026 outlook
Featured at 2018 and 2022. Scored the goal that beat Argentina. For the 2026 tournament, Salem Al-Dawsari will line up for Saudi Arabia in Group D alongside three other nations. Full group analysis is on the Group D preview page.
Squad-wise, Salem Al-Dawsari’s role is central to Saudi Arabia’s campaign. Their fixtures, manager and full squad analysis sit on the Saudi Arabia team page.
Awards and honours
2022 World Cup goal vs Argentina (historic upset), multiple Saudi Pro League titles.
Estimated net worth (2026)
Salem Al-Dawsari’s net worth is estimated $15-25 million USD, based on publicly reported salaries, endorsement deals and sponsorship arrangements. As with all such figures, actual wealth may vary significantly from these estimates.
The bulk of Salem Al-Dawsari’s wealth comes from his Al-Hilal salary, image-rights agreements, brand sponsorships, and bonuses linked to club and international success.
Wife and family
Salem Al-Dawsari keeps his personal life largely private. Public details about his immediate family are not widely available. Salem Al-Dawsari is publicly reported to have 2 children. Beyond his publicly available relationship and family information, Salem Al-Dawsari generally keeps personal matters out of the press, focusing instead on football.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Salem Al-Dawsari at the World Cup 2026?
Salem Al-Dawsari is 34 years old at the 2026 World Cup. He was born in 1991, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
What is Salem Al-Dawsari’s estimated net worth?
Salem Al-Dawsari’s net worth is estimated $15-25 million USD as of 2026, including club salary, endorsements, and personal investments.
Which club does Salem Al-Dawsari play for?
Salem Al-Dawsari currently plays his club football for Al-Hilal in the Saudi Pro League.
Who is Salem Al-Dawsari’s wife or partner?
Salem Al-Dawsari’s personal relationships are kept private and details are not widely shared in the public domain.
Has Salem Al-Dawsari won the World Cup?
Featured at 2018 and 2022. Scored the goal that beat Argentina. Salem Al-Dawsari has yet to win the World Cup with Saudi Arabia.
What’s next?
- Saudi Arabia team page – full squad, manager, fixtures
- Group D preview – all four group teams
- Players hub – more star profiles
- Predictions hub – tournament forecasts
- Match schedule
Last updated: May 23, 2026 by the Futbolzen editorial team. Net worth estimates and partner/family details reflect publicly reported information and are subject to change. Spot something out of date? Tell us via our Corrections Policy.