Iraq
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Graham Arnold faces what is arguably the biggest challenge of his coaching career on Tuesday as he attempts to guide Iraq to their first World Cup in 40 years.
Iraq oust Bolivia to complete 48-team World Cup field
Iraq secures the 48th and final place at the World Cup with an intercontinental playoff win over Bolivia.
2026 World Cup playoff preview, predictions: Who will advance?
The Republic of Ireland left it late to qualify for the playoffs where, this week, the final six spots at the 2026 World Cup -- four from Europe, two from the intercontinental playoff -- will be clinched. Here's what to watch for.
Is Iran in or out of World Cup 2026? Iraq's playoff status?
The ongoing conflict in Iran and neighboring countries has put their participation in the 2026 World Cup in doubt, while Iraq's ability to get to the intercontinental playoff is also in doubt. Here's the latest we know.
Mexico grants visas to some Iraq players for World Cup playoff
Mexico has begun granting visas to players from Iraq's national team ahead of their World Cup playoff match scheduled March 31 in Monterrey.
Iraq coach Arnold asks FIFA to reschedule its WC playoff
Graham Arnold is asking FIFA to come to Iraq's aid as the conflict between neighboring Iran and the United States threatens to derail his plans to help his team to its first World Cup in 40 years.
Team Leaders
Top Scorers
| # | Player | Goals | M | A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ali Ibrahim Al.. | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Aymen Hussein | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Ahmed Basil Al.. | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Top Assists
| # | Player | Assists | M | G |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amir Al-Ammari | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Marko Lawk Far.. | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Ahmed Basil Al.. | 0 | 1 | 0 |