2014QPR Academy
He joined Queens Park Rangers' academy at age 11 and stayed until 2023, becoming a regular for the under-18s and later the reserves. He also mentored in a club initiative supporting Asian inclusion.
Harun Hamid
Harun Hamid is an English-born footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder and winger for the Pakistan national team. Born in Lambeth, London, he came through the Queens Park Rangers academy before building his career in English non-league football and then moving to Poland and Bosnia. He scored the goal that gave Pakistan its first-ever FIFA World Cup qualifying win, against Cambodia in 2023. He represents the rise of diaspora talent in Pakistani football and a new generation pushing the national team forward.
Years Active2022–Present
International Caps18 for Pakistan (4 goals)
Career
Career Highlights
2014
2023Pakistan Debut
Spotted by a volunteer at FootballPakistan.com while at QPR, he made his debut against the Maldives in March 2023. Manager Shahzad Anwar praised his performance, including an acrobatic shot that was Pakistan's best chance.
2023First World Cup Qualifying Win
On October 17, 2023, he scored the only goal in a 1–0 win over Cambodia, Pakistan's first-ever victory in World Cup qualifying, which sent them to the second round.
2023St Albans City
After QPR released him, he signed for National League South club St Albans City in November and scored his first goal that December.
2026Diamond Jubilee Tournament & Bosnia Move
He scored three goals in Malé in June, then signed for Jedinstvo Bihać in August.
Personal Life & Education
Early Life
Full Name: Harun Ar-Rashid Faheem Hamid
Birthdate: 10 November 2003
Birthplace/Hometown: Lambeth, London, England
Background: He began playing with friends and his dad before joining a Sunday league side at age six. He chose to represent Pakistan through his heritage, though he was eligible for England.
Education
Background: He developed through QPR's academy system.
Family & Personal Life
Values: He has said his Cambodia goal felt like "changing and turning a corner" for Pakistan football, and that he hopes to help build a team like Morocco's. He added that even his grandparents became interested in football afterward.
Lifestyle
Impact & Influence:
Hamid is one of the key diaspora players in the Pakistan squad, alongside Easah Suliman, Otis Khan and Abdullah Iqbal.
Playing Style:
Known for speed, technique, dribbling and playmaking, he can play in midfield or on the wing.
Career Path:
His career runs from QPR and English non-league to Poland and Bosnia, reflecting the wider pattern of Pakistani-heritage players seeking game time abroad.
FAQs
Who is Harun Hamid?
Harun Hamid is an English-born footballer who plays for the Pakistan national team as an attacking midfielder.
What is Harun Hamid famous for?
He is famous for scoring the goal in Pakistan's 1–0 win over Cambodia in 2023, their first-ever World Cup qualifying victory.
Which club does Harun Hamid play for?
He joined Bosnian club Jedinstvo Bihać in August 2026, after playing for Flota Świnoujście in Poland.
Is Harun Hamid still playing for Pakistan?
Yes. He scored three goals for Pakistan in June 2026 at the Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament in the Maldives.
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