10 Defining Moments from 2016 in Iraqi Football
2016 was a year headlined by surprises and heartbreaks all over the world. Whether it was Leicester City’s incredible triumph, The Cleveland Cavaliers’ amazing comeback, or the loss of...
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Japan v Iraq – Preview
Iraq will play their third match in the final World Cup Qualifying stage against Japan tomorrow in Saitama. A tough fixture for the lions as they face an opponent whom they failed to beat for over...
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2016/17 Iraqi Premier League Preview and Predictions
The new Iraqi Premier League season is just a few days away and clubs have been adding to their squads all summer in an attempt to improve their team ahead of the 15th September start to the...
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Iraq v Saudi Arabia – Preview
Iraq will contest their second match in the group stage of the 2018 World Cup Qualifiers against Saudi Arabia on Tuesday. A familiar fixture for the Lions as they are set to battle it out against...
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Australia v Iraq – Preview
Iraq will kick-start their new era under Radhi Shenaishil with a tough World Cup qualification match away to Asian giants Australia. A familiar fixture for the Lions in the past decade or so, Iraq...
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Most exciting title races in Iraqi Premier League history
The Iraqi Premier League has had its fair share of drama and excitement in its 42-year history. Here, we detail seven of the closest and most exciting title races that the league has ever...
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Road to Russia: A closer look at the Lions’ upcoming opponents
After the end of Iraq’s Olympic campaign the team got little rest as they made their way to Kuala Lumpur to continue preparing for the vital World Cup Qualifications amidst all the drama...
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How they rated? Breaking down Iraq’s performance player by player at Rio 2016.
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Road to Rio: How Iraq Qualified to Their Fifth Olympic Games
Greek Emperors In 2004, the footballing world stood and took notice of Iraq as they participated in their fourth Olympic games. Entering the competition as real underdogs the Lions were expected...
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Top 10 Iraqis to ever play the game
Since territory of the modern state of Iraq was defined in 1920, the country has produced its fair share of outstanding footballers who have made their mark in both the club and international...
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Nationality Dilemma for Heerenveen Starlet Rewan Amin
Duhok-born Rewan Amin Mohammed, better known as Rewan Amin, is touted as one of Europe’s most promising youngsters. Being the son of a former Iraqi-Kurdish professional, the...
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