Summary
Iraq's national football team qualified for the FIFA World Cup for the first time in nearly 40 years after defeating Bolivia. The victory came amid ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran, impacting Iraq. Celebrations filled Baghdad, despite the challenging circumstances.
Key Facts
- Iraq's football team qualified for the World Cup, last achieved in 1986.
- They won 2-1 against Bolivia, becoming the final team to qualify for the 2026 tournament.
- The qualification happened during a US-Israel war on Iran, affecting Iraq.
- Celebrations in Baghdad were marked by fireworks, music, and people in the streets.
- The victory was compared to Iraq’s 2007 Asian Cup win.
- The conflict in Iraq has resulted in over 100 deaths since it began.
- Despite travel disruptions due to the war, the team managed to reach Mexico for the game.
- Iraq will face France, Senegal, and Norway in World Cup Group I.
