Abdullah Al Jumaili
@AbdullaAlJumali
Followers
17,883
Following
60
Media
771
Statuses
1,286
@UNESCO Award Winner | Former @officialgaa Ambassador | Government Affairs | International Relations | Diplomacy | Lawyer | Keynote Speaker | Sports | DEI
Joined January 2021
Don't wanna be here?
Send us removal request.
Explore trending content on Musk Viewer
Rafah
• 2318006 Tweets
#MetGala
• 1904226 Tweets
Rio Grande do Sul
• 602312 Tweets
#스키즈_멧갈라_축하해
• 319031 Tweets
ariana
• 209129 Tweets
Zendaya
• 200987 Tweets
#الاهلي_الهلال
• 176530 Tweets
Fenerbahçe
• 172699 Tweets
Manchester United
• 161675 Tweets
Ten Hag
• 133382 Tweets
Superman
• 123652 Tweets
مالكوم
• 109512 Tweets
Crystal Palace
• 105352 Tweets
連休明け
• 84336 Tweets
Tyla
• 80127 Tweets
Olise
• 71467 Tweets
Casemiro
• 69737 Tweets
GW明け
• 68093 Tweets
#CRYMUN
• 63479 Tweets
bruna
• 54649 Tweets
gigi
• 54213 Tweets
Katy Perry
• 51200 Tweets
メットガラ
• 49439 Tweets
emma chamberlain
• 45722 Tweets
Ali Koç
• 43408 Tweets
Bad Bunny
• 42428 Tweets
Garden of Time
• 39093 Tweets
Antony
• 38065 Tweets
Evans
• 37661 Tweets
Man U
• 34575 Tweets
Onana
• 34541 Tweets
جيسوس
• 27739 Tweets
Macklemore
• 27695 Tweets
Anna Wintour
• 27514 Tweets
taylor russell
• 24878 Tweets
Hades 2
• 21876 Tweets
休み明け
• 21448 Tweets
Mainoo
• 20310 Tweets
Blake Lively
• 19884 Tweets
سمير عثمان
• 17402 Tweets
Mateta
• 17194 Tweets
Eriksen
• 12221 Tweets
Pinned Tweet
For the first time in the history of the GAA, Alhamdulilah, it’s a real honour to be the first Muslim and Arab for a tournament to be named after me in recognition of my work in GAA, Diplomacy, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion.
Here’s the launch of ‘The Abdullah Al Jumaili 7s’!
75
83
1K
I speak on behalf of the real Irish people.
The Irish people with morals, ethics and values and who has respect for humanity.
Such great people are the majority of Ireland.🇮🇪🇵🇸
653
517
5K
Today I have received a gift from the city of Hebron - the Irish kufiya, ‘Saoirse’, dedicated to the Irish people. It holds deep & symbolic value and serves as an icon of resistance, struggle and freedom. Go raibh maith agat 🇮🇪🇵🇸
66
369
5K
I fully condemn the acts displayed by a small-minded group of anti-democratic people up North. It is disgusting to see such acts of hate in the 21st century.
73
353
5K
Ireland stands with Palestine. 🇵🇸🇮🇪
📍Dublin
304
781
4K
Hurling is a transferable skill - anyone who puts their head to it can hurl. Hurling does not belong to a certain race, it belongs to all human race. It is our obligation as hurlers & fanatics of the game to hurl the message of tolerance, acceptance, diversity & inclusion!
#GAA
111
259
4K
The Irish people have always stood up, and will always stand for, Palestine 🇮🇪🇵🇸.
733
236
4K
I’m here with my
#Irish
passport in
@DublinAirport
, my flight is due now! The US
@CBP
said you can’t enter “because you were born in Iraq”. Absolutely sickening and literally insulting.
231
321
4K
Irish Sikhs performing the
#Bhangra
(traditional Punjabi dance) at Kilkea Castle, Co.
#Kildare
- absolutely class. Lovely hurling!
#NewModernIreland
101
432
4K
“There’s no place for refugees to integrate in Ireland” - read this statement couple of times over the last couple days.
Yes there is - The GAA!
There was a place for me. And I fully integrated.
Did I lose my identity? Absolutely not.
Am I proud Arab Irish☘️? Course I am!
56
215
3K
🇮🇪🇵🇸
Who is this clown that has the audacity to state that he speaks ‘on behalf of the real Irish people’? 😂
265
21
222
154
168
3K
Just arrived in Derry. Checked in to hotel. Was using the elevator - doors open, I go in, and a person in the elevator says “You the GAA lad on Twitter - Abood/Bonnar”. “I am yes” I said while I smiled! “Following the great work you are doing. Keep it up” he said.
69
76
3K
Irish Muslims praying in the heart of where the GAA held its first meeting, Thurles.
That's what Ireland stands for - a country for all.
Diversity enriches us. It enriches a whole nation.
Absolutely brilliant to see.
🇮🇪🇵🇸
584
247
3K
What happened in Dublin City yesterday is absolutely sickening & must be strongly condemned by all respected Irish men & women
Ireland is based on immigration. And every immigrant is welcome 🇮🇪
Yet again yesterday was another proof that the extreme far rights have 0 brain cells
3K
191
3K
Garda Colin from Naas Garda Station and I
#hurling
away at lunchtime - watch till the end!
55
142
3K
44
178
3K
Look at this Muslim lady who's trying her best to learn English and the GAA in her new home Ireland.
She's more of an Irish patriot than the fake 'Irish Patriots' and thugs who think they know Ireland.
1K
141
3K
Young Irish Muslims receiving the GAA participation medals in Dublin.
Brilliant to have been involved in this where everyone who participated and helped out had a marvellous day!
🇮🇪🇵🇸
230
214
2K
In East Belfast, there are people making inappropriate bonfires, effigies and spreading hate amongst children. At the same time, there are people of diverse backgrounds playing sport. Which is more healthier, positive and prosperous for overall society and it’s future I wonder!
77
206
2K
Shocked to learn of the passing of honourable lady and influential Irish singer Shuhada Sadaqat aka Sinéad O’Connor.
My deepest sympathies and condolences are with her family & friends in this tough time.
May Allah rest Shuhada's soul in peace. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.
16
140
2K
Without prejudice, I hope those anti-refugee protesters can learn a thing or two from this former refugee.
I have spoken & done talks at many primary & secondary schools in Ireland where more than likely one of your children was there. Please don’t ruin their knowledge & success!
46
158
2K
Played a Gaelic football match. Won the ball in half forward line and ran towards goals! I went for a point but I missed.
One of the spectators screamed “Ahh Jesus Christ Abdullah!” Another man turned around to him and said “I don’t think Jesus Christ and Abdullah go together”😂
27
58
2K
My younger brother got racially abused in a GAA match in Dublin after he won the ball in an U13 hurling game & got called the N word twice.
I’m after getting informed that the parents (not even the club) have decided to stop him from playing for a couple of weeks.
Disgraceful.
207
169
2K
In Turkey, strolling around the markets of Istanbul with my hurl. This lad asked me what I was carrying.
I explained hurling to him. He really liked it and called his friend from the other shop to come along and have a look at it!
Peoples reaction walking by are priceless!
123
159
2K
Why would a United Ireland involve a new flag?!
A flag that has been gifted to Ireland by a group of French women in 1848.
🟢 for Catholics
⚪️ for Peace & Harmony
🟠 for Protestants
I could not think of a better flag for a United Ireland but this 🇮🇪.
232
130
2K
Received from a parent after my school talk yesterday!
This is classic!😄👌🏽
38
73
2K
Just walked out of Centra. Bought a drink and as I was leavening, a customer, a man in his 60s, who was beside me at the next cashier, tapped me on the back and said “Keep up the great work!” Made my night so it did!
30
26
2K
Introduced Hurling at the Dubai World Trade Center this morning.
Both locals & expats were fascinated by it. I showed them a video on how it’s played- they couldn’t believe it!
One local said excitingly “Whaaaaaat! And there’s a red card in it as well!”😅
Lovely Hurling!
#GAA
44
123
2K
When I was in Batu Caves, there was a London family who asked me to take a photo for them. “No bother at all” I said. “You’re from Ireland?” they asked. “Yes I am indeed” I replied. “We can tell from the accent” they said.
30
49
2K
May Allah protect and bless Dublin, Ireland, and it's people.
🇮🇪🇵🇸
437
66
2K
Refereed a
#hurling
tournament at Rossa
#Gaelic
grounds in
#Belfast
. After tournament, I walked to the clubhouse and lads from
#Dungannon
said “You the lad who was hurling against the walls of
#Stormont
?!” “Yes” I replied. “Absolutely amazing, fair play to you”and shook my hands!
15
74
2K
On a visit to
#Ballyhaunis
, Co.
#Mayo
, I was hurling against the wall at the local mosque. After about 20mins, I heard someone hurling against a wall too. The lad I’m hurling with in this video has approached me by him putting his hurl and sliotar up in the air…
35
141
2K
With all due respect, perhaps you might be in a foreign country mo chara! A country that celebrates its diversity in all its forms.
If you don’t understand this “nonsense”, make an attempt to understand it so!
Maith an fear!
Sinn Fein now speaking in a foreign language in the Assembly chamber.
Up to them, but who even understands this nonsense?
1K
44
512
25
83
2K
Delighted to hear that Irish woman Blinne Ni Ghralaigh who has and will be making the whole Irish nation proud has been named as one of the lawyers who will support South Africa 🇿🇦 in the International Criminal Court.
Go n-éirí leat Blinne from all of us in Ireland. 🇮🇪🇵🇸
44
227
2K
If there was a picture to describe Ireland, it's this one!🇮🇪💚
Spuds and leek soup with a bitta brown bread & butter ready after.
183
70
2K
History has been made today as I have attended my first soccer match in Paradise to watch
@CelticFC
v
@RossCounty
in my
@glasgowgaels
GAA jersey!
I have to say some lovely soccer on display!
Comhghairdeas to The Bhoys on a great win!👏🏽☘️
29
64
2K
Happy 100th Birthday my home!🇮🇪
Mashallah, the journey continues! And yours is truly special.
#Ireland
36
33
2K
I went into the Turkish Delight market this evening. The lads seen the hurl & started asking me about it. I explained hurling to them & showed them it on YouTube! They were fascinated by it! One lad said “That’s amazing. It’s something different” They posed with the hurl too!
42
64
2K
Hurling away in the middle of Fatih, Istanbul. A hotel receptionist was watching me do this - after I finished he started clapping and said “Bravo!!” I went into the hotel, greeted them in Turkish & started explaining to them what it is and that’s it’s Ireland’s national sport!🇮🇪
45
67
2K
To the “just because you play GAA and speak Irish doesn’t mean you’re Irish” - yes it does. Being Irish is a way of living.
There are more people making an effort in integrating to society than those racists making such remarks.
Flicking the ball with my hurley in Arab sandals!
103
87
2K
I met Mustafa (who’s from Iraq living in Istanbul) when I was hurling in Sultanahmet. I started explaining hurling to him in Arabic. He wanted to give it a go! I showed couple skills before hand. I am absolutely amazed how quickly he got the gist of it! Now that’s lovely hurling!
47
92
2K
Me reacting to all the racist comments and messages from the so called "Irish Patriots" this morning 😂
386
38
2K
Dublin City Council have voted to fly the flag of Palestine over City Hall 🇮🇪🇵🇸.
Another reason why the people of Ireland are one of the best in the world. 🌎
495
151
1K
Haters will say it’s fake. But for the majority of Irish people it’s not.
Because Irishness is a culture that welcomes everyone who appreciates and cherishes it.
Now that’s lovely hurling!
137
73
1K
Sheikh Abdullah Al Jumaili displaying his hurling skills in the UAE 🇦🇪!
The GAA World Cup is not that far away!
#GAA
#GAABelong
40
89
1K
Croke Park, named after Archbishop Thomas Croke (may God rest his soul in peace), one of the GAA's first patrons, is steeped in Irish history.
And this moment is certainly historic.☘️
97
52
1K
When I was in
#Kilkenny
, I said to myself I can not be here and not visit the The Hurley Depot, Kilkenny. When I walked in the manager recognised me! “What you are doing is great work!” he said - gifted me a Cooper helmet to support my work ethos and to keep on promoting hurling.
12
40
1K
Over the last couple of days, I have been receiving many racial abuse on Twitter because of who I am. A Muslim, Arab, Irish. Lots of Islamphobic comments from the so called "Irish Patriots" that don't even know their own history. 1/4
173
110
1K
When I visited
@omaghstendas
they pointed out to me a white square metal in the middle of the wall. They said to me that “a lot of people use this as a target when practicing their
#hurling
, it pings when you hit it, not a lot of people get it, let’s see if you can first time!”..
29
66
1K
I have received this email today. Due to confidentiality, I will not be declaring the sender’s name. My response can be found within.
As a proud Irishman, equality and the advancement of human rights is important to me. Every human has rights, and this must be respected.
62
57
1K
When the invasion happened in Iraq, didn’t know what Croke Park was.
When I moved to Ireland, still didn’t know what Croke Park was.
When I started playing GAA, then I started to know more about Croke Park! 1/3
77
69
1K
Hurling at the Bantu Caves.
Whilst I was on the stairs talking to the guys who work at Bantu Cave, I heard someone shout "Put the hurl up!" I looked up and it was two Irish women (visiting also) with a camera waving at me. They also cheered "Up the Dubs!"
#GAA
#BantuCaves
24
80
1K
Walking out the office for some hurling in the lovely sun of Dubai.🇦🇪
People thought it’s my walking stick!😄
29
51
1K
I have a dream that one day I will pray on what could possibly be the greatest GAA pitch of all time, Inishturk GAA
MashAllah😍
135
35
1K
Went into an Irish pub in Istanbul. The owner is a Turkish man who loves Ireland. He has a Carlow GAA jersey up in the ceiling. I asked “What’s the Carlow jersey doing up in the ceiling?” He said “I have it there because Carlow will never win the All-Ireland” 😂😂
35
21
1K
Respect for all we are told - We respect each other on & off the playing field, operate with integrity and listen to & respect the views of all. We welcome everybody to be part of our Association - that’s the beauty of the
#GAA
. Mashallah!
62
90
1K
A polish lady just stopped me at a supermarket in Blanchardstown. I didn’t know who she was. “I love your passion for hurling” she said.
Now that made my Friday so it did!
Lovely lovely hurling!
8
25
1K
It has been quite a journey to say the least. From moving to 🇮🇪 as a refugee, not speaking a word of English to graduating in Law LLB (Hons) - one of the hardest & tough fields to get into & graduate from. But what got me to where I am today is commitment, determination & belief.
52
17
1K
MashAllah this photo is brilliant.
Re-enforces the principle of one community in the GAA.
7
40
1K
To all the naysayers and racists out there...
Now that's lovely hurling!
83
78
1K
From the city of
#Baghdad
to pucking a sliotar on the
#IrishNavy
ship in
#Haulbowline
, Co.
#Cork
- Now that’s lovely
#hurling
!
16
40
1K
What a message to receive this afternoon!
Go raibh maith agat!
18
31
1K
That’s what I’m talking about - Now that’s lovely Gaelic!
#GAA
#GAAforALL
#NewModernIreland
#NewIrish
#Diversity
#Inclusion
33
61
1K
Representing The Banner county in Sultanahmet today - Now that’s lovely hurling! 🟡🔵
18
14
1K
28
90
1K
It is with great pleasure to announce that
@ScotlandGAA
has decided to name a hurling tournament, ‘The Abood Al Jumaili 7s’, in recognition of my work in the GAA, justice, law, diversity, equality, inclusion and integration.
Now that’s seriously lovely hurling!
#GAA
#Scotland
20
46
1K
Well done to this young Irish Nigerian lad for maintaining his temper and been calm with this fake Irish who is just fishing for trouble.
Hi
@NiallMcConnell5
, why did you delete this video. The random Black guy you approached didn't buy your bs?
565
686
6K
102
62
1K
I would like to thank
@KCrokesGAAClub
for presenting me with their GAA jersey to show support for the work I do in diversity, equality and inclusion within the
#GAA
. No matter what GAA club a person is in, the GAA is what unites us & we all as proud Irish should honour that fact!
36
52
1K
Who said Arabs can't speak Irish?!
Wishing all celebrating a wonderful Easter weekend from Dubai!
#HappyEaster
#UAE
#Ireland
30
83
1K
The Iraqi PM welcomes the Italian PM with Irish flags! 🇮🇪
I got this photo sent to me with “How did your meeting with the Iraqi PM go?!” 😂
24
98
1K
Have you ever heard St. Patrick’s Day wishes in 3 languages all together?
Well you have now!
Happy St. Patrick’s Day to all the Irish at home and abroad from Dubai.☘️
Great feeling of pride in celebrating my Arab Irish identity. Alhamdulilah.
#StPatrickDay
#Proud
#Arab
#Irish
30
75
990
Attended a wedding in Kildare. It went on till 1am. I didn’t have a lift back home. Hotel Mgr. who is from India offered to give me a lift. “Are you sure?” I asked. “Yes sir. We follow your work on social media & we love it. We are very supportive of it.”
An absolute gentleman!
7
18
979
I would like to thank everyone for their kind messages re: the racist comments I received from the fake Irish "patriots" yesterday.
Ireland is rich in diversity. Rich in education. Rich in genuine, professional & lovely people.
The young generation are the future of Ireland! 🇮🇪
262
64
953
I was gifted the “Saoirse Shemagh,” a 🇵🇸-made that embraces the 🇮🇪 flag.
It is a symbol of liberty & freedom. It is a heartfelt tribute to the resilient spirit of the Irish people.
“Saoirse” embodies the shared values of determination, independence and cultural heritage.
93
68
945
On this day, Ireland lost one of its greatest heroes, Michael Collins. A man who will be remembered for honour, dignity and reconciliation. I pray to Allah for his soul to Rest in Peace, Amen.
25
51
938
Despite some racism, resistance and unconstructive criticism, what a great feeling to know that you are making a positive change and a difference in society and peoples lives - a new and modern
#Ireland
💚
31
35
929
Happy Friday! 5am, getting a bit of hurling in, before heading off to Derry this morning - Now that’s lovely hurling!
#GAA
23
35
930
I walked in to an Arab restaurant in Istanbul with the hurl in my hand. There was a group of Iraqis having dinner. They opened a conversation about what I had in my hand. I started explaining hurling to them in Arabic. I love it when I explain hurling in a different language!🇮🇪🇮🇶
29
22
922
Introduced The GAA in Jumeirah Lakes today!🇦🇪🇮🇪
People walking by were amazed as per usual.
Ali approached me to learn more about it. I explained The GAA & hurling to him. He managed to roll lift the ball too! And that made his day!
Now that’s seriously lovely hurling!
23
55
925