Mahmoud Soufi
# Mahmoud Soufi

Mahmoud Yassen Soufi (20 October 1971 – 2 June 2019) was a naturalized Qatari footballer. He competed in the men's tournament at the 1992 Summer Olympics.

## Biography

Born in Somalia's capital Mogadishu, Soufi moved to Qatar as a young adult. He was eventually naturalized and chosen to represent the Qatar national team, helping them win their first Arabian Gulf Cup title in 1992 on home soil. However, after retirement, Soufi had his citizenship rescinded and had to return to Somalia.

