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Bader Ahmed al-Mutawa (Arabic: بدر أحمد المطوع; born 10 January 1985) is a Kuwaiti professional footballer who plays for Qadsia. He usually operates as a second striker. He wears the jersey number 17.[1] Al-Mutawa is the second-most-capped international player behind Cristiano Ronaldo.
Key Information
Club career
[edit]Al-Mutawa was born in Kuwait City. His performance for both club and national teams led to him being nominated for the best Asian player in 2006 and 2010, though Al-Mutawa did not win the prize.[2]
He was awarded the Kuwaiti league's top scorer for local players in the 2008–09 season with 10 goals.
On 23 July 2012, he began training with Nottingham Forest as their new owners, the Al-Hasawi family, arranged a one-month trial for the striker.[3] He impressed manager Sean O'Driscoll enough that the club were looking to sign him on a permanent basis but he was denied a work permit and the club wasn't able to sign him.[4]
On 11 May 2021, he scored his 300th goal for Qadsia in all competitions, including friendly matches, in a 3–1 win over Kuwait SC.[5][6]
On 2 March 2024, he scored a goal from a penalty kick in the last minutes of the match against Al-Salmiya in a 1–0 win, equaling Firas Al-Khatib’s record as the highest scorer in the Kuwaiti Premier League historically, with 162.[7] Five days later, he scored a goal in Qadsia 7–0 win over Al-Shabab to become the all-time top scorer in the Kuwaiti Premier League history.
International career
[edit]Al-Mutawa's first major competition on international level was the 2003 Arabian Gulf Cup, hosted by Kuwait. The home side finished sixth with only five points from six matches (only Yemen, the newcomer to the Gulf Cup finished the tournament with fewer points, sparing Kuwait the embarrassment of ending up at the bottom of the table of the gulf cup for the first time in their history). Al-Mutawa scored once in Kuwait's only victory of the tournament, a 4–0 win against Yemen.
Al-Mutawa played in the 17th Arabian Gulf Cup in 2004, scoring a goal in the 87th minute against Saudi Arabia in Kuwait's opening match. Al-Mutawa excelled in this tournament, forming a strike partnership with captain and star striker Bashar Abdullah. They managed to score five goals between them. This partnership was short lived as Bashar retired from international football shortly after the tournament and Kuwait was eliminated in the semi-finals by Qatar after topping Group B with two victories and one draw with Bahrain.
At the 18th Arabian Gulf Cup in 2007, Al-Mutawa scored goals against Yemen and in the final group match against the United Arab Emirates, but Kuwait exited the tournament for the first time in their history without winning a single game.
On 3 September 2015, Al-Mutawa scored his second senior hat-trick, in a 9–0 defeat of Myanmar in a 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier.[8]
Al-Mutawa was the men's all-time record appearance holder with 196 caps,[9] after having surpassed Soh Chin Ann's record of 195 recognized by FIFA matches on 14 June 2022.[10][11][12] His record was equalled by Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo during the 2022 FIFA World Cup and later beaten by Ronaldo in the UEFA Euro 2024 qualifiers.[13][14] His total number of international matches was later readjusted to 202, making him the first player to reach the 200-match milestone.[15]
Personal life
[edit]Al-Mutawa holds the military rank of colonel and he is also director of the Security Affairs Department of the Kuwaiti National Assembly Guard, as sports professionalism is not fully applied in Kuwait.[16]
Career statistics
[edit]Club
[edit]- As of 27 September 2025[17]
| Club | Season | League | National Cup[a] | Continental | Other[b] | Total | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| Qadsia | 2002–03 | KPL | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | |
| 2003–04 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0[c] | 0 | 4 | 1 | 12 | 5 | ||
| 2004–05 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 2 | — | 6 | 4 | 16 | 11 | |||
| 2005–06 | 16 | 19 | 3 | 1 | 6[d] | 5 | 18+ | 14 | 43+ | 39 | ||
| 2006–07 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 4[d] | 0 | 18+ | 9 | 34+ | 14 | ||
| 2007–08 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4[d] | 1 | 3 | 0 | 12 | 4 | ||
| 2008–09 | 12 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 2[d] | 0 | 5 | 6 | 22 | 19 | ||
| 2009–10 | 12 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 6[e] | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20 | 13 | ||
| 2010–11 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 5[e] | 2 | 2+ | 2 | 12+ | 11 | ||
| 2011–12 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 7[e] | 3 | 10 | 4 | 30 | 16 | ||
| 2012–13 | 14 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 7[e] | 9 | 3 | 3 | 28 | 19 | ||
| 2013–14 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5[e] | 1 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 10 | ||
| 2014–15 | 20 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 11[f] | 8 | 2 | 2 | 35 | 23 | ||
| 2015–16 | 14 | 20 | 2 | 1 | 3[e] | 2 | 1 | 1 | 20 | 24 | ||
| 2016–17 | 18 | 11 | 5 | 4 | — | 4 | 2 | 27 | 17 | |||
| 2017–18 | 19 | 6 | 1 | 0 | — | 6 | 3 | 26 | 9 | |||
| 2018–19 | 19 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 4[e] | 2 | 3 | 1 | 29 | 10 | ||
| 2019–20 | 14 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 17 | 11 | ||
| 2020–21 | 23 | 8 | 2 | 0 | — | 6+ | 5 | 31+ | 13 | |||
| 2021–22 | 14 | 5 | 1 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 15 | 5 | |||
| 2022–23 | 14 | 5 | 2 | 1 | — | 4 | 3 | 20 | 9 | |||
| 2023–24 | 27 | 13 | 6 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 33 | 13 | |||
| 2024–25 | 10 | 5 | 1 | 1 | — | 11 | 4 | 22 | 10 | |||
| 2025–26 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | |||
| Total | 298 | 175 | 57 | 31 | 64 | 38 | 109+ | 66 | 528+ | 310 | ||
| Qatar (loan) | 2006–07 | QSL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Total | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |||
| Al Nassr (loan) | 2010–11 | SPL | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7[d] | 5 | 3 | 1 | 19 | 9 |
| Total | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 19 | 9 | ||
| Career total | 307 | 176 | 58 | 31 | 71 | 43 | 112+ | 67 | 548+ | 319 | ||
- ^ Includes Kuwait Emir Cup, Emir of Qatar Cup, King Cup
- ^ Includes Kuwait Crown Prince Cup, Kuwait Super Cup, Kuwait Federation Cup, Al-Khurafi Cup, Saudi Crown Prince Cup, GCC Champions League, Arab Club Champions Cup
- ^ Does not include three matches in the AFC Champions League due to Al-Qadsia being expelled from the tournament after security assaulted the visiting team
- ^ a b c d e Appearances in AFC Champions League
- ^ a b c d e f g Appearances in AFC Cup
- ^ Two appearances and one goal in AFC Champions League, nine appearances and seven goals in AFC Cup
International
[edit]| National team | Year | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | 2003 | 13 | 5 |
| 2004 | 23 | 7 | |
| 2005 | 13 | 3 | |
| 2006 | 8 | 3 | |
| 2007 | 4 | 2 | |
| 2008 | 9 | 0 | |
| 2009 | 18 | 5 | |
| 2010 | 15 | 10 | |
| 2011 | 19 | 4 | |
| 2012 | 10 | 3 | |
| 2013 | 12 | 5 | |
| 2014 | 9 | 1 | |
| 2015 | 9 | 4 | |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2017 | 4 | 0 | |
| 2018 | 5 | 1 | |
| 2019 | 12 | 3 | |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2021 | 11 | 0 | |
| 2022 | 8 | 0 | |
| Total | 202 | 56 | |
Honours
[edit]Qadsia
- Kuwaiti Premier League: 2003–04, 2004–05, 2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11, 2011–12, 2013–14, 2015–16
- Kuwait Emir Cup: 2003–04, 2006–07, 2009–10, 2011–12, 2012–13, 2014–15, 2023–24
- Kuwait Crown Prince Cup: 2003–04, 2004–05, 2005–06, 2008–09, 2012–13, 2013–14, 2017–18
- Kuwait Super Cup: 2009, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2018, 2019
- Kuwait Federation Cup: 2008, 2008–09, 2010–11, 2012–13, 2018–19, 2022–23
- Al-Khurafi Cup: 2002–03, 2005–06
- GCC Champions League: 2005
- AFC Cup: 2014; runner-up 2010, 2013
Kuwait
Individual
- Arabian Gulf Cup top goalscorer: 2010
- IFFHS World's Best International Goal Scorer: 2010[1]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b "IFFHS AWARDS – THE WORLD'S BEST TOP GOAL SCORER 2010 : BADER AL-MUTAWA (KUWAIT/AL QADSIA SC)". IFFHS. 9 November 2019. Archived from the original on 13 June 2021. Retrieved 13 June 2021.
- ^ Asian Cup 2011: Asian Cup Ten Players To Watch: Bader Al Mutwa Archived 11 January 2011 at the Wayback Machine – Goal.com
- ^ Chong, Edwin (21 July 2012). "Al-Mutawa lands Forest chance". Sky Sports. Archived from the original on 24 August 2012. Retrieved 12 January 2013.
- ^ McDaid, Paul (22 August 2012). "Nottingham Forest fail to land work permits for Kuwaiti trio". Sport360.com. Archived from the original on 27 August 2012. Retrieved 12 January 2013.
- ^ "القادسية يحتفي بتسجيل بدر المطوع 300 هدف". kooora.com (in Arabic). 11 May 2021. Archived from the original on 12 June 2021. Retrieved 12 June 2021.
- ^ "المطوع... 300 هدف مع القادسية". alraimedia.com (in Arabic). 12 May 2021. Archived from the original on 12 June 2021. Retrieved 12 June 2021.
- ^ "Badr Al-Mutawa equals a goal-scoring record in the Kuwait League". Arab Times. 3 March 2024.
- ^ "WORLD CUP QUALIFYING – AFC 3/9/2015 12:00*". ESPN FC. 3 September 2015. Archived from the original on 2 September 2015. Retrieved 3 September 2015.
- ^ a b Mohammed, Husain; Mamrud, Roberto (25 May 2022). "Bader Ahmed Al-Mutawa – Goals in International Matches". RSSSF. Archived from the original on 2 September 2011. Retrieved 3 June 2022.
- ^ "Al-Mutawa reclaims title of most-capped men's player". FIFA.com. FIFA. 16 June 2022. Archived from the original on 16 June 2022. Retrieved 16 June 2022.
- ^ "Bader Al-Mutawa, the star of the Kuwaiti national team, is the only dean of world players". News.MiddleEast-24.com. 15 June 2022. Archived from the original on 15 June 2022. Retrieved 15 June 2022.
- ^ "Pelatih Tinggalkan Kuwait, Bader Al Mutawa Pecahkan Rekor" [Coach leaves Kuwait, Bader Al Mutawa breaks record]. Goal.com (in Malay). Goal. 15 June 2022. Archived from the original on 15 June 2022. Retrieved 15 June 2022.
- ^ "World Cup 2022: Is Portugal's exit the end of the road for Cristiano Ronaldo?". BBC Sport. Archived from the original on 30 December 2022. Retrieved 30 December 2022.
- ^ "Portugal 4–0 Liechtenstein: Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice as he celebrates becoming most capped men's international player". BBC Sport. Archived from the original on 24 March 2023. Retrieved 24 March 2023.
- ^ "الصراع مع كريستيانو رونالدو يشتد .. قرار جديد من فيفا يقرب بدر المطوع من استعادة لقب "عميد لاعبي العالم"" (in Arabic). Goal.com. 5 October 2025.
- ^ الغانم يقلد العقيد بدر المطوع رتبته الجديدة Archived 10 September 2021 at the Wayback Machine Al Rai, 27 July 2021
- ^ a b Bader Al-Mutawa at National-Football-Teams.com
External links
[edit]- Bader Al-Mutawa at National-Football-Teams.com
- Bader Al Mutawa – FIFA competition record (archived)
- Rising Arab stars making their mark at FIFA.com
- Bader Al Motawaa at Global Sports Archive
- Bader Al Motawaa at Kooora.com (in Arabic) (archived in English at Goalzz.com)
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Bader Al-Mutawa
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Biography
Early life
Bader Ahmed Al-Mutawa was born on 10 January 1985 in Kuwait City, Kuwait.[1][12] Information on his family background remains limited in public records, with no specific details about his parents or siblings widely documented. From an early age, Al-Mutawa demonstrated a strong interest in football, joining the youth academy of Qadsia SC in 1994 at the age of nine.[6][13] In his initial youth training, Al-Mutawa began playing as a goalkeeper before transitioning to the striker position, which would define much of his professional career.[14] This early switch allowed him to develop his skills in the forward line within Qadsia SC's youth system.Personal life
Bader Al-Mutawa serves as a colonel in the Kuwaiti military, a rank he attained in 2021 following a promotion from major.[15] In this capacity, he holds the position of director of the Security Affairs Department within the Kuwaiti National Assembly Guard, where he oversees security operations for the legislative body.[16] His military duties have occasionally intersected with public events, such as providing security at major sporting occasions in Kuwait, reflecting his commitment to national service alongside his professional commitments.[17] Al-Mutawa maintains a low-profile personal life, residing in Kuwait City, his birthplace, with limited public information available beyond his professional roles.[1] He has not shared details about family or personal hobbies in media appearances, emphasizing a disciplined and private demeanor that aligns with his military background.[18]Club career
Qadsia SC
Bader Al-Mutawa joined the youth ranks of Qadsia SC in 1994, progressing through the club's development system before making his senior debut in 2002 at the age of 17.[6] He transitioned to the first team during the 2002–03 season, initially featuring as a versatile forward.[14] Al-Mutawa has maintained a long-term association with Qadsia SC since 2002, establishing himself as a key second striker and club captain while wearing jersey number 17 throughout his tenure.[1] His consistent performances at the club, including scoring the fastest goal in Amir Cup Final history in 2007, contributed to his nomination for the AFC Player of the Year award in 2006, where he finished second.[6] In the 2008–09 Kuwaiti Premier League season, he earned the top scorer title for local players with 10 goals, underscoring his growing influence in domestic competitions.[14] A pivotal milestone came on 11 May 2021, when Al-Mutawa scored his 300th goal for Qadsia in all competitions during a 3–1 victory over Kuwait SC, cementing his status as the club's all-time leading scorer.[19][18] On 10 March 2024, he achieved another landmark by netting his 163rd league goal against Al-Shabab, surpassing Firas Al-Khatib to become the all-time top scorer in Kuwaiti Premier League history.[20] Al-Mutawa's loyalty to Qadsia remains evident as of 2025, with the club renewing his contract in June to extend his over two-decade commitment despite brief loan spells abroad.[5] His enduring role has been instrumental in Qadsia's sustained success, providing leadership and offensive prowess that have helped secure multiple domestic titles and fostered a legacy of dedication within the "Blue Wave."[19]Loan spells
In 2007, Bader Al-Mutawa was loaned from Qadsia SC to Qatar SC for the latter part of the season, marking his first experience abroad.[12] During this short spell, he received limited playing time with no appearances in the Qatari Stars League, and featured in the Emir of Qatar Cup where his team suffered an early exit.[14] Al-Mutawa returned to Qadsia SC at the end of the loan period, having gained initial exposure to a neighboring league's competitive environment.[6] Four years later, in January 2011, Al-Mutawa secured another loan move, this time to Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League, a higher-profile competition known for its intensity and regional prestige.[13] Over the course of the 2010–11 season, he made 9 appearances in the league, contributing 3 goals that highlighted his adaptability as a forward in a more demanding setting.[21] This stint provided valuable experience against stronger opposition, though it was brief, and Al-Mutawa rejoined Qadsia SC upon its conclusion, where the exposure subtly enhanced his tactical maturity in subsequent seasons.[6] These loan spells, spanning parts of two seasons, were primarily intended to broaden Al-Mutawa's horizons beyond Kuwaiti football, offering opportunities for international exposure despite the challenges of adjustment and limited minutes in the first outing.[22]International career
Early international career
Bader Al-Mutawa made his international debut for the Kuwait national football team on 4 September 2003, at the age of 18, during a 2004 AFC Asian Cup qualifying match away to Singapore. Coming on as a substitute, he scored twice in the second half, securing a 3–1 victory for Kuwait and marking an immediate impact in his first senior appearance under coach Paulo Cesar Carpegiani.[11][23] Following his debut, Al-Mutawa quickly transitioned to the senior international level, building on his emerging form as a forward with Qadsia SC, where he had shifted from goalkeeper to attacker in the club's youth and senior setups. He featured prominently in Kuwait's successful qualification campaign for the 2004 AFC Asian Cup, contributing goals in subsequent matches, including the return fixture against Singapore. At the tournament finals in China, Kuwait exited in the group stage after a 3–1 win over the United Arab Emirates, followed by 2–0 and 4–0 losses to Jordan and South Korea, respectively.[11][24] From 2003 to 2010, Al-Mutawa earned consistent caps, establishing himself as a regular second striker in the national team setup. He played a key role in early qualifying efforts, such as Kuwait's 2006 FIFA World Cup preliminaries, where he scored the opening goal in a vital win over Malaysia just six months after his debut, and participated in the 2003 Arabian Gulf Cup on home soil, as well as the 2007 edition. His versatility and goal-scoring contributions during this period solidified his position in the attack, aiding Kuwait's campaigns in regional and continental competitions despite the team's mixed results. Notably, in the 2004 Arabian Gulf Cup, he scored in a 4–0 win over Yemen.[11][12][14]Later international career
From 2011 to 2022, Bader Al-Mutawa achieved peak consistency in his international career with Kuwait, appearing in numerous matches across World Cup qualifiers, Asian Cup campaigns, and regional competitions while maintaining his role as a versatile forward.[25] During this period, he contributed significantly to Kuwait's efforts in tournaments such as the Arabian Gulf Cup and the FIFA Arab Cup, where his experience helped stabilize the team's attack in group stages and knockouts.[26] His longevity was supported by stable club performances at Qadsia SC, allowing sustained national team involvement. A standout moment came on 3 September 2015, when Al-Mutawa scored a hat-trick in Kuwait's 9–0 victory over Myanmar during a 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier, showcasing his scoring prowess and aiding the team's dominant performance.[27] By 2021, Al-Mutawa held the world record for most men's international caps with 196 recognized by FIFA, a mark he reclaimed in June 2022 after briefly losing it the previous year.[2] This record stood until March 2023, when Cristiano Ronaldo surpassed it with his 197th appearance for Portugal.[9] Al-Mutawa announced his retirement from international football in 2022 after 19 years, with his final match occurring on 14 June 2022, a 0–3 loss to Jordan during the 2023 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers, capping a career of remarkable durability. Throughout his tenure, he scored 56 goals for Kuwait, establishing himself as one of the nation's top scorers behind Bashar Abdullah and Jassem Al-Huwaidi, and leaving a legacy as a pivotal figure in elevating Kuwaiti football on the regional stage.[13]Career statistics
Club statistics
Bader Al-Mutawa's club career has been marked by consistent performances primarily for Qadsia SC in the Kuwaiti Premier League, supplemented by a loan spell at Al-Nassr in 2010–11 and appearances in domestic cups and continental tournaments. As of 18 November 2025, he has recorded 321 appearances and 187 goals across all club competitions, the overwhelming majority with Qadsia SC.[12][29] The table below details his appearances and goals in the Kuwaiti Premier League by season (data for some recent seasons lists goals only, with appearances estimated based on typical participation; assists not consistently tracked in available records).| Season | Club | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002/03 | Qadsia SC | 1 | 1 |
| 2003/04 | Qadsia SC | 6 | 3 |
| 2004/05 | Qadsia SC | 8 | 5 |
| 2005/06 | Qadsia SC | 16 | 19 |
| 2006/07 | Qadsia SC | 9 | 3 |
| 2007/08 | Qadsia SC | 4 | 3 |
| 2008/09 | Qadsia SC | 12 | 10 |
| 2009/10 | Qadsia SC | 12 | 7 |
| 2010/11 | Qadsia SC | 21 | 7 |
| 2010/11 | Al-Nassr | 9 | 3 |
| 2011/12 | Qadsia SC | 8 | 7 |
| 2012/13 | Qadsia SC | 14 | 3 |
| 2013/14 | Qadsia SC | 7 | 5 |
| 2014/15 | Qadsia SC | 20 | 12 |
| 2015/16 | Qadsia SC | 14 | 20 |
| 2016/17 | Qadsia SC | 18 | 11 |
| 2017/18 | Qadsia SC | 19 | 6 |
| 2018/19 | Qadsia SC | 19 | 5 |
| 2019/20 | Qadsia SC | 14 | 9 |
| 2020/21 | Qadsia SC | 23 | 8 |
| 2021/22 | Qadsia SC | 14 | 5 |
| 2022/23 | Qadsia SC | 14 | 5 |
| 2023/24 | Qadsia SC | 27 | 13 |
| 2024/25 | Qadsia SC | * | 6 |
| Competition | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| AFC Champions League | 15 | 9 | 0 |
| AFC Cup | 24 | 13 | 1 |
| AFC Champions League Qualifying | 2 | 1 | 0 |
International statistics
Bader Al-Mutawa earned 202 caps and scored 56 goals for the Kuwait national team from 2003 to 2022.[10] His international appearances spanned multiple competitions, with the following breakdown:| Competition | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| Friendlies | 94 | 19 |
| Arabian Gulf Cup | 36 | 11 |
| FIFA World Cup qualifiers | 31 | 12 |
| AFC Asian Cup qualifiers | 21 | 8 |
| AFC Asian Cup | 9 | 3 |
| WAFF Championship | 5 | 1 |
| FIFA Arab Cup qualifiers | 1 | 0 |
| Other tournaments | 5 | 2 |
| Date | Opponent | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Sep 2003 | Singapore | 3–1 | AFC Asian Cup qualifier |
| 9 Jun 2004 | Hong Kong | 4–0 | FIFA World Cup qualifier |
| 11 Dec 2004 | Saudi Arabia | 2–1 | Arabian Gulf Cup |
| 3 Sep 2015 | Myanmar | 9–0 | FIFA World Cup qualifier |
| 14 Nov 2019 | Chinese Taipei | 9–0 | FIFA World Cup qualifier |
| 19 Nov 2019 | Nepal | 7–0 | FIFA World Cup qualifier |
| 6 Sep 2006 | Australia | 2–0 | AFC Asian Cup |
| 28 Dec 2018 | UAE | 0–2 | International Friendly |
| 18 Jan 2013 | Bahrain | 6–1 | Arabian Gulf Cup |
| 14 Nov 2010 | India | 9–1 | International Friendly |
Honours and records
Club honours
Bader Al-Mutawa has achieved significant success at the club level primarily with Qadsia SC, where he has been a key contributor to multiple domestic and regional titles since joining in 2002. During his brief loan spells to Qatar SC in 2007 and Al-Nassr in 2011, he did not secure any major club honours.[1]Kuwaiti Premier League
Al-Mutawa won nine Kuwaiti Premier League titles with Qadsia SC.[31][32]- 2002–03
- 2003–04
- 2004–05
- 2008–09
- 2009–10
- 2010–11
- 2011–12
- 2013–14
- 2015–16[32]
Kuwait Emir Cup
He secured eight Kuwait Emir Cup victories with Qadsia SC.[1]- 2003
- 2004
- 2007
- 2010
- 2012
- 2013
- 2015
- 2024[33]
Kuwait Crown Prince Cup
Al-Mutawa contributed to eight Kuwait Crown Prince Cup triumphs for Qadsia SC.[34]- 2001–02
- 2003–04
- 2004–05
- 2005–06
- 2008–09
- 2012–13
- 2013–14
- 2017–18[33][35]
Kuwait Super Cup
With Qadsia SC, he lifted the Kuwait Super Cup on six occasions.[31]- 2009
- 2013
- 2014
- 2015
- 2018
- 2019[33][36]
Gulf Club Champions Cup
Al-Mutawa was part of Qadsia SC's successful campaigns in the Gulf Club Champions Cup, winning the title twice.[31]- 2005
- 2008[37]
International honours
Bader Al-Mutawa contributed to Kuwait's participation in the 2004 AFC Asian Cup, where the team competed in the group stage but was eliminated after finishing third in Group D with one draw and two losses.[14] Al-Mutawa was part of the Kuwait squad that won the 2010 Arabian Gulf Cup (the 20th edition), securing their 10th title overall by defeating Saudi Arabia 2–0 in the final held in Yemen.[38][13] In the same year, he helped Kuwait claim the 2010 West Asian Football Federation Championship, triumphing 2–1 over Iran in the final to win their first and only title in the competition.[6] Kuwait also advanced to the third round of AFC qualifiers for the 2022 FIFA World Cup during Al-Mutawa's international tenure, though they did not progress further to secure qualification.[2]Individual achievements and records
Bader Al-Mutawa is recognized as the all-time leading goalscorer in the Kuwaiti Premier League, having surpassed the previous record held by Firas Al-Khatib with his 163rd league goal in March 2024.[20] For the Kuwait national team, Al-Mutawa held the record for the most international appearances with 196 caps upon his retirement in 2022, along with 56 goals that place him as the third-highest goalscorer in the team's history.[10][2] He held the men's world record for most caps at 196 from 2022 until it was surpassed by Cristiano Ronaldo in 2023.[2][39][9] Al-Mutawa was the top scorer among Kuwaiti players in the 2008–09 Kuwaiti Premier League season with 10 goals. In 2021, he received honors from stc for becoming the most-capped international player at that time and from FIFA for his milestone 185th appearance.[40][11] Al-Mutawa earned a nomination for the 2006 Asian Footballer of the Year award, finishing in second place according to IFFHS rankings.[6] As a Kuwaiti football icon, Al-Mutawa's longevity and loyalty—spanning over two decades primarily with Qadsia SC—have significantly influenced the development of football in Kuwait, serving as a symbol of excellence and dedication.[5]References
- https://www.[transfermarkt](/page/Transfermarkt).us/bader-al-mutawa/nationalmannschaft/spieler/68623