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World Cup 2026: South Korea Secures 3-2 Victory Over Iraq
In a closely fought World Cup qualifying match, Iraq faced South Korea and narrowly lost 3-2. The game took place in the third round of Group B, with Iraq putting up a strong performance. Ayman Hussein emerged as the standout player, scoring a goal in the 50th minute, earning him…
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Iraq vs South Korea: Fans Enliven Suwon Stadium
Iraqi fans are bringing the spirit to Suwon for the crucial World Cup Qualifier. In a vibrant display of national pride, dedicated Iraqi football fans have gathered at Yongin-myoor Stadium in Suwon, South Korea, this Tuesday afternoon to cheer on the national team in their crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier…
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Iraq National Team Completes Training Ahead of South Korea
The Iraqi national football team wrapped up its training today at Yongin-myoor Stadium in preparation for their match against the South Korean national team scheduled for tomorrow, Tuesday, at 8:00 PM local time (20:00) in Yongin, which is 2:00 PM (14:00) Baghdad time. This encounter is part of the qualifiers…
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Championship Highlights: Iraqi Water Polo Clubs Compete for Glory
The Iraqi Water Polo Club Championship recently concluded at the closed Olympic Al-Shaab Pool in Baghdad, featuring participation from six clubs representing various provinces across Iraq. Organised by the Iraqi Aquatic Sports Federation, the tournament culminated in the Army Club claiming first place, with the Popular Mobilisation Forces Club securing…
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Iraq Wins Silver in Fencing at Paralympic Games
The national wheelchair fencing team has proudly secured the silver medal at the Paralympic Games held in Paris, France. The trio from the Communications Club—Zain Al-Abideen Gilan, Ammar Ali, and Haider Ali—entered the competition with exceptional strength and determination. They began their campaign by defeating the Brazilian team in the…
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Saji Ahmed Wins Silver Medal at Bahyouth Martial Arts
Saji Ahmed has achieved a significant milestone by securing the silver medal at the Asian Championship of Bahyouth Martial Arts. This prestigious tournament, hosted in Iraq for the first time in 40 years, marked a historic moment for the nation and attracted participation from ten countries. Throughout the competition, Ahmed…
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Improving Sports Infrastructure in Kirkuk
The Rapporteur of the Iraqi House of Representatives, Ghareeb Askar Al-Turkmani, met with the Minister of Youth and Sports, Ahmed Al-Mubarak, in Baghdad. The meeting focused on the pressing need to support the youth and sports sector in Kirkuk Governorate, highlighting the importance of providing resources to local clubs and…
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National Railways Trains to Transport Fans for World Cup Qualifier
The Iraqi Railways Company is set to operate modern trains to transport sports fans from Baghdad to Basra Governorate tomorrow, Wednesday, 9th of October, in support of Iraq’s national football team as they face Palestine in a highly anticipated World Cup qualifying match. Engineer Jabbar Aliwi Al-Jubouri, General Manager of…
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Palestinian Team Arrives in Basra Ahead of World Cup Qualifiers
The footballing spotlight is firmly set on Basra as the Palestinian national team arrived in the city on Sunday, 6th October, ahead of their World Cup qualifying match against Iraq. The match, part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifiers, is scheduled to take place at Basra International Stadium…
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Iraqi Sports Clubs to Receive Better Support
The Ministry of Youth and Sports has reaffirmed its commitment to fully supporting sports clubs in Iraq to enhance their administrative and technical operations, contributing to the overall advancement of Iraqi sports. Dr. Muwaffaq Abdul Wahab, Director General of the Department of Physical Education and Sports, emphasized this commitment during…
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