The “Lions of Mesopotamia” navigated a record-setting 21 qualifying games to get back to soccer’s biggest stage for the first time since 1986. The post No one walked a longer, tougher road to the 2026 World Cup than Iraq appeared first on Boston.
Two members of Iraq's World Cup delegation were detained at O'Hare International Airport late Friday night. One of them was sent back home.
Iraqi midfielder Amir Al Ammari discusses the joy surrounding his nation’s return to the FIFA World Cup after a 40-year absence, their indomitable spirit and their hopes for the tournament.
Iraq striker Aymen Hussein was questioned for nearly seven hours by US immigration officials just days before the start of the World Cup. The build-up to this tournament has been marked by heightened security around Iran’s matches,
Iraqi players were making final preparations in West Virginia before kicking off their first World Cup in 40 years against Norway
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