Katanec names squad for Tunisia friendly
Iraq’s 23-man squad has been announced ahead of their friendly against Tunisia in RadΓ¨s on Friday 7th June 2019. The squad has seen the exclusion of experienced Iraqi Premier League top...
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Al-Shorta statement: Mohanad Ali going nowhere despite Juventus offer
Iraq striker and arguably Asia’s hottest prospect, Mohanad Ali, is not for sale this January after tonight’s announcement from Al-Shorta. The club posted out a statement on...
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Iraq knocked out of the Asian Cup by Qatar
Iraq were knocked out of the Asian Cup at the Round of 16 following a defeat against Qatar. Iraq were the better of the two sides and controlled much of the match but a set piece by Bassam Al-Rawi...
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Iran v Iraq derby ends in stalemate as Lions finish second in Asian Cup Group D
Iraq have qualified to the Asian Cup knockout stage as group runners up despite being level on points with leaders Iran following tonight’s 0-0 derby draw. SreΔko Katanec started with a...
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Match Preview: Iran vs Iraq
In what is perhaps the most anticipated game of this entire tournament, Iraq and Iran will write a new chapter in their legendary rivalry as they face off once again in the 2019 Asian Cup. This...
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Iraq beat Yemen to secure place in Asian Cup last 16
Iraq defeated Yemen 3-0 in their second game of the 17th edition of the AFC Asian Cup, guaranteeing themselves a spot in the Round of 16. Although Vietnam and Yemen are not two of Asiaβs top...
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Match Preview: Iraq vs Yemen
Iraq will continue their Asian Cup campaign with a match against Yemen on Saturday. Iraq will be hoping to build on their 3-2 victory against Vietnam, while Yemen will look to get back on track...
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Match Preview: Iraq vs Vietnam
Iraq will begin their Asian Cup campaign with a match against fellow Group C rivals Vietnam. The Lions of Mesopotamia are under pressure to have a strong start to the competition and build...
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Brwa Nouri announces international retirement
Former Ostersunds player and current Bali United captain Brwa Nouri has announced his retirement from international football, ending a two-year career in which he amassed less than 10 caps for...
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Katanec announces squad ahead of Bolivia friendly
Iraq’s 23-man squad has been announced ahead of a friendly against Bolivia in the United Arab Emirates on November 20th. The squad saw the exclusion of Justin Meram and Osama Rashid with the...
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Justin Meram: Iraq through and through
Rarely will you find a player as loved as Justin Meram. Born and raised in the United States, he chose to represent Iraq in a decision that has led to him gaining a huge and loyal following of...
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Katanec names 23-man squad for Saudi International Tournament
The Iraq national team will be participating in the much-anticipated four-team international tournament, hosted by Saudi Arabia. With this opportunity, the Lions will get a chance to face both...
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