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Iraq coach says World Cup can change perception of country
After qualifying for the World Cup for the first time in 40 years, Iraq’s coach says the tournament could alter how the world views the country following decades of conflict.
Apr 1st 2026 · Iraq
Insights
- Iraq qualified for the World Cup for the first time in 40 years.
- Coach said the World Cup could help change international perceptions of Iraq.
- Iraq has experienced wars and separatist movements over the past four decades.
Sources
- Arnold praises Iraq’s World Cup feat after banning social media www.straitstimes.com
- Arnold praises Iraq’s World Cup feat after banning social media www.channelnewsasia.com
- Iraq coach says World Cup can help ‘change perception’ of country www.aljazeera.com