The Iraqi national team's collective performance has secured a valuable point from Iraq in the World Cup 2026 qualifying tournament after a match that ended in a goalless draw in Basra. Iraq has raised its score to eight points, occupying second place, trailing Iraq only on goal difference. South Korea leads the second group with 13 points after a victory over Kuwait with a score of 3-1.
In the closing moments of the match, Iraq narrowly avoided conceding, but Iraqi national team player Abdullah Nasib cleared the ball just as Iraq was preparing to take the corner. This moment was perilous for the Iraqi goalkeeper. The top two winners in the group automatically qualify for the World Cup 2026, which will take place in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
Teams finishing third and fourth in the group will continue to compete in the fourth qualifying round.
