Sport
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Ministry of Youth and Sports Hosts World Physical Activity Event
As part of a broader scheme to promote healthy lifestyles and encourage a stronger sports culture in Iraq the Ministry of Youth and Sports organised an event for World Physical Activity Day. Attended by the General Director of the Department of Physical Education and Sports, the event featured two activities…
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Iraqi National Team World Cup Qualifying Match Postponed
In light of ongoing tensions in the Middle East, the Iraq National coach, Graham Arnold, has requested to postpone the Iraq football team’s qualifying match for the upcoming World Cup. One of the contributing factors was the closure of all airports across the United Arab Emirates, restricting travel to and…
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Iraqi Women Secure Bronze Medal in West Asian Championship
The Iraq women’s national football team secured third place in the ninth West Asian Championship after defeating Saudi Arabia 4–2 on penalties in the match held at King Abdullah Stadium in Jeddah. The victory earned Iraq the bronze medal and highlighted the continued development of women’s football in the country.…
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Iraq Defeats UAE to Reach World Cup Play-Off
The Iraqi national football team booked their place in the intercontinental play-offs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a dramatic 2–1 victory over the United Arab Emirates in Basra on Tuesday, securing a 3–2 aggregate win across the two-leg Asian play-off. The match, held at Basra’s Palm Trunk Stadium,…
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Iraq Draw 1-1 With UAE in World Cup Playoff
The Iraqi national football team earned a valuable 1–1 draw against the United Arab Emirates on Thursday in Abu Dhabi, keeping their hopes alive in the final Asian playoff round for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match, played at Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium, opened with strong intensity from both…
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Iraq and Saudi Arabia Strengthen Sports Cooperation in Riyadh
On behalf of the Minister of Youth and Sports, Dr Ahmed Al-Mubarga, the Undersecretary of the Ministry for Sports Affairs, Dr Hassan Al-Hasnawi, attended the opening ceremony of the sixth Islamic Solidarity Games, which began on November 8th in Riyadh, with the participation of 57 countries, including Iraq. Alongside the…
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Iraq Crowned King’s Cup Champions for the First Time Since 1982
Iraq’s national football team have been crowned champions of the 51st King’s Cup after a hard-fought 1–0 win over hosts Thailand in Sunday’s final at Kanchanaburi International Stadium. The breakthrough came in the second half when striker Mohanad Ali, already the hero of the semi-final against Hong Kong, struck again…
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Iraq Beat Hong Kong to Reach King’s Cup Final
Iraq’s national football team marched into the final of the 51st King’s Cup 2025 after a spirited 2–1 victory over Hong Kong in Kanchanaburi, Thailand, on Thursday. The Iraq vs Hong Kong semi-final remained goalless in the first half, but Hong Kong stunned the Lions of Mesopotamia with a penalty…
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Iraqi Government Increases Investment in Iraq’s Future Football Stars
The Ministry of Youth and Sport is actively nurturing the next generation of athletes through ongoing training programmes across Iraq. Led by the Department of Regional and Provincial Affairs, these initiatives are all about finding young talent in local communities and giving them the support they need to grow and…
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Iraq Women Show Resilience in AFC Qualifiers
The Iraq women’s national football team wrapped up their AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifying journey with a tough 5–0 loss to India in Chiang Mai, Thailand. But beyond the score line, the team left the pitch with heads held high, proud of a campaign that showcased determination, growth, and a…
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