Oday's the standard bearer for his nation

EHAB ABU JAZAR insists star striker Oday Dabbagh’s move to Aberdeen is massive in helping fly the Palestine flag across Europe.

- Scott Burns

The Palestinian international has hit the ground running at Pittodrie, with three goals in five games.

Dabbagh has quickly established himself as a firm favourite and his Palestine national coach is not surprised at the impact his country’s record scorer has made.

Abu Jazar said: “Oday is a Palestinian icon and we are all very proud of him. He is the record goalscorer for our national team.

“We are happy for Oday, not only as a national team but also as Palestinians that we have one of our top players doing so well in one of Europe’s top leagues.

“The Scottish league is a top league and very well-respected.

“Oday has started his time there very strongly.