Iraq celebrates qualification for FIFA World Cup 2026
The Lions of Mesopotamia secured their World Cup spot with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Bolivia amid war backdrop.
Iraq celebrates qualification for FIFA World Cup 2026
The Lions of Mesopotamia secured their World Cup spot with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Bolivia amid war backdrop. Grouped from 8 articles across 4 sources.
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Iraq defeat Bolivia 2-1 to qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026
Goals from Ali al-Hamadi and Aymen Hussein send Iraq to their first FIFA World Cup since 1986.
Which teams are in the FIFA World Cup 2026?
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Bosnia fans celebrate as team qualifies for World Cup, knocking Italy out
Supporters celebrated as Bosnia and Herzegovina beat Italy in a penalty shootout to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup.
Arnold carried in jubilant scenes after Iraq qualifies for World Cup
Former Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has guided Iraq to their first FIFA World Cup appearance in 40 years with a playoff win over Boliva.
Turkiye qualifies for World Cup after 24-year wait
Fans celebrated as Turkiye ended a 24-year wait to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup.
Trump's 2026 World Cup won't be a tournament for fans
The 2026 World Cup is being overshadowed by politics and there is widespread criticism of US President Donald Trump. Many German fans are not traveling to the USA at all, whilst others are going.
FIFA President Infantino backs Iran playing at World Cup
Iran’s tournament participation is currently in limbo due to Middle East tensions
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