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Former Australian national team coach Graham Arnold just led Iraq to their first FIFA World Cup appearance in four decades, sparking scenes of pure joy. The 2-1 playoff victory over Bolivia ended a 40-year wait for the Middle Eastern nation.
After 40 years away from the World Cup, Iraq's national team is uniting the country with pride, especially in Kurdistan where minority players represent their communities on the global stage. Despite tough losses, the team's return means everything to communities who finally see themselves reflected.
Australian coach Graham Arnold has ended Iraq's 40-year World Cup drought with a historic 2-1 victory over Bolivia, bringing joy to 46 million people. Public servants were told to arrive late to work just so the nation could watch the qualifying match together.
Iraq secured their first World Cup berth in nearly four decades with a 2-1 playoff victory over Bolivia. The Lions of Mesopotamia will face France, Norway, and Senegal in June's expanded tournament.
Iraq has qualified for the FIFA World Cup for the first time in four decades, defeating Bolivia 2-1 in a thrilling playoff match. Australian coach Graham Arnold led the team through wartime challenges to secure a spot that has ignited celebration across a nation of 46 million people.
Iraq's national football team qualified for the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 1986, sparking nationwide celebrations despite ongoing regional conflict. The Lions of Mesopotamia secured the final spot with a 2-1 victory over Bolivia.
After four decades of waiting, Iraq has qualified for the 2026 World Cup, bringing joy to 46 million people during challenging times. Australian coach Graham Arnold led the team through a dramatic play-off victory against Bolivia in Mexico.
Thousands flooded Baghdad streets to celebrate Iraq's football team qualifying for the 2026 World Cup after a 40-year absence. Despite war disrupting their journey, the Lions of Mesopotamia secured their historic win.
Graham Arnold guided Iraq to their first World Cup in four decades, ending a drought that spanned generations. When he returned to Sydney, hundreds of Iraqi Australians packed the airport to thank the man who made history.
Iraq secured the final spot at the 2026 World Cup by defeating Bolivia 2-1, returning to the finals after four decades away. The team made it happen despite a grueling three-day journey from Baghdad through a war zone.
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to claim their second World Cup title, becoming the first nation in 16 years to hold both the European Championship and World Cup simultaneously. Ferran Torres' late goal sealed the victory at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Morocco just proved it can handle the world's biggest sporting event by flawlessly hosting the 24-team Africa Cup of Nations. With five world-class stadiums already tested and a massive $1.4 billion investment underway, the North African nation is ready to co-host the 2030 World Cup with Spain and Portugal.
Iraqi Australians gathered at Sydney airport with drums and flags to welcome Graham Arnold after Iraq qualified for the World Cup. The celebration marked Iraq's historic return to football's biggest stage.
Houstonians will line up over 1,000 soccer balls in Hermann Park this April, breaking a world record while celebrating the city's upcoming World Cup matches. The soccer balls will then go to local youth programs across the city.
More than 1,000 soccer balls lined up in Hermann Park just set a Guinness World Record and they're all going to Houston's underserved youth. The city is gearing up for the FIFA World Cup with programs that ensure local kids benefit long after the matches end.
Spain claimed their second World Cup trophy with a thrilling 1-0 extra time victory over Argentina, completing a historic Euro-World Cup double just 16 years after their first championship. --- ##
Morocco secured their spot in the World Cup knockout rounds with an exciting 4-2 victory over Haiti, who scored their first World Cup goals in 52 years. Brazil dominated Scotland 3-0 to claim the top position in Group C.
A tiny Caribbean island with just 150,000 people just became the smallest country ever to qualify for the FIFA World Cup. Curaçao's historic achievement came just hours before their tournament debut in Houston.
Soccer fans at Toronto's World Cup viewing zone will sip from cups designed to be used 500 times instead of tossing trash after every beer. The simple switch could prevent nearly a quarter million pounds of waste from hitting landfills. #
Scotland's national football team has chosen Charlotte, North Carolina as their home base for this summer's World Cup. Thanks to a network of Scottish connections at Charlotte FC, the team secured world-class facilities perfectly positioned for their tournament matches. #
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