Iraq Faces Norway in 2026 World Cup Amid Geopolitical Challenges

Iraq faces Norway in the 2026 World Cup, with kick-off at 8am AEST. Iraq's journey to the tournament has been challenging, marked by geopolitical tensions and a difficult qualification process, including a 12-hour drive and a 17-hour flight to reach Mexico for their playoff match. Coach Graham Arnold leads the team in their first World Cup appearance in 40 years.

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