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Manager Jesus Casas

Stadium Basra Sports City

Founded 1948

🏆 Iraq World Cup 2026 Squad

Announced Squad

Extended pre-tournament squad. Final 26-man squad confirmed after 5 June 2026.

🧤 Goalkeepers

Ahmed Basil

Al Shorta

Jalal Hassan Hachim

Al Zawra'a

Fahad Talib

🛡️ Defenders

Hussein Ali

Pogon Szczecin

Merchas Doski

Iraq

Frans Putros

Iraq

Mustafa Saadoun

Al Shorta

Rebin Solaka

Iraq

Zayed Tahseen

Iraq

A. Yahya

Al Shorta

Munaf Younus

Al Shorta

⚙️ Midfielders

Amir Al Ammari

Youssef Amyn

Ibraheem Bayesh

Akam Rahman

Zidane Iqbal

Z. Ismaeel

A. Jasim

A. Sher

Kevin Yakob

⚡ Attackers

Ali Al Hamadi

M. Farji

Aymen Hussein

Meme

A. Qasem

A. Y. Hashim

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Iraq to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup

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Iraq vs Norway

Tue 16 Jun, 22:00

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About Betting on Iraq

Iraq's national football team was established in 1948, representing one of the Middle East's oldest football programmes. The side plays home matches at Basra Sports City and competes in FIFA World Cup and AFC Asian Cup qualifications. Iraq has won the AFC Asian Cup once, in 2007, marking the nation's pinnacle achievement in international football. The team's rivalry with Iran carries deep historical and cultural significance. Iraqi football operates within the broader context of Middle Eastern competitive football, drawing passionate support domestically.

Club Facts

Founded1948

Home groundBasra Sports City

CountryInternational

When was Iraq's national football team founded?

Iraq's national football team was established in 1948, making it one of the earlier national sides in Asia. The team competes under the jurisdiction of the Iraqi Football Association.

Where does Iraq play its home matches?

Basra Sports City serves as Iraq's primary home ground. Located in Basra, the stadium hosts the national team's fixture schedule.

What is Iraq's biggest football achievement?

Iraq won the AFC Asian Cup in 2007, one of Asia's most prestigious international tournaments. This remains the nation's highest achievement in competitive football.

Who are Iraq's main football rivals?

Iraq maintains intense rivalries with several regional nations, most notably Iran and Saudi Arabia. These Gulf and Levantine fixtures carry significant cultural and sporting importance in the Middle East.