Iraqi star Zidan Iqbal, 22, continues to impress with FC Utrecht, currently playing for the reserve team, Young Utrecht. His outstanding performance opens new opportunities for representing Iraq on the international stage.
Iraqi player Ali Al-Hamadi achieved a significant milestone by scoring his first goal of the current season with Leyton Town in an exciting English league match. This achievement reflects the player's development and boosts hopes for the Iraqi national team.
The Iraqi fans warmly welcomed the national team, the Lions of Mesopotamia, upon their return to the country on Saturday after achieving their dream of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. This historic achievement reflects the aspirations of the Iraqi people in the sport of football.
The capital city of Baghdad welcomed the Iraqi national football team with great enthusiasm after their qualification for the 2026 World Cup, marking their first appearance in 40 years following a victory over Bolivia in the global playoff.
Coach of Persib Bandung, Bojan Hodak, expressed his joy over player Francs Boutros qualifying for the 2026 World Cup with Iraq after their victory over Bolivia in a playoff match.
Australian coach Graham Arnold confirmed that the Iraq national team enters the 2026 World Cup with strong determination, unafraid of facing major teams. He aims to deliver an exceptional performance and surprise the world with unexpected results.
After a 40-year hiatus, the Iraqi national football team has qualified for the World Cup finals, marking a historic achievement for Iraqi sports. This qualification reflects the development of football in the country and comes after significant efforts from players and coaching staff.