⚽ History was made as Iraq defeated Bolivia 2-1 in the World Cup 2026 playoff final, returning to the tournament after 40 years since their first appearance in Mexico 1986.
🏟️ Ali Al-Hammadi opened the scoring for Iraq in the 10th minute, Moses Paniagua equalized for Bolivia, then Ayman Hussein scored the decisive goal in the second half to secure Iraq’s final ticket to the World Cup.
🌟 Iraqi Football Association President Adnan Dirjal described the match as "an epic that will remain in memory," praising the performance of the players and the coaching staff under Graham Arnold.
🏆 AFC President Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa praised Iraq’s ability to represent Asia honorably at the World Cup and highlighted the importance of ideal preparation for a strong appearance.
📅 World Cup 2026 dates: June 11 to July 19, with Iraq in Group 9 alongside France, Senegal, and Norway 🇮🇶⚽
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