Iraq qualify for FIFA World Cup after 40 years

Iraq have secured qualification for the FIFA World Cup for the first time in four decades, marking a historic achievement for the national team. Iraq booked their place in the tournament after defeating Bolivia 2-1 in a decisive playoff match, becoming the final team to qualify for the global event.

The long-awaited qualification ends a 40-year absence from the World Cup, sparking celebrations among fans and players alike.

In the group stage, Iraq have been drawn into Group I, where they will face strong competition from France, Norway, and Senegal.

The team now looks ahead to the tournament, aiming to make an impact against some of the world’s top footballing nations.