‘A lot of sleepless nights’: Why the war in Iran might cost Iraq a berth in the 2026 World Cup

‘A lot of sleepless nights’: Why the war in Iran might cost Iraq a berth in the 2026 World Cup

Iraq’s men’s national soccer team is just 90 minutes away from qualifying for the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 40 years – in theory. Events far beyond their control have reinforced the adage that the last mile is often the hardest.

Iraqs mens national soccer team is just 90 minutes away from qualifying for the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 40 years in theory. Events far beyond the teams control have reinforced the adage … [+4011 chars]