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Iraq qualifies for World Cup Intercontinental play-offs

November 18, 2025 / 11:04 PM
Iraq qualifies for World Cup Intercontinental play-offs
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Sharjah 24: The Iraqi national team advanced to the World Cup intercontinental play-offs after defeating our national team 2-1 in the second leg of the Asian play-off round. The match took place at Basra International Stadium.

Key moments of the match

Our national team opened the scoring with Caio Lucas in the 52nd minute. Iraq responded with Mohanad Ali equalizing in the 66th minute. In the final moments of stoppage time, Iraq secured a decisive victory with a penalty kick converted by Amir Fouad.

Summary of the play-offs

The first leg, held last week at Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium, ended in a 1-1 draw. With this second-leg result, our national team is eliminated from the World Cup qualifiers.

November 18, 2025 / 11:04 PM

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