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Iraq coach confirms readiness for match against UAE

Iraqi national football team head coach Graham Arnold announced the team's readiness for the match against the UAE in the Asian playoff for the 2026 World Cup qualification. He emphasized the team's good form and need for fan support.

Iraq coach confirms readiness for match against UAE

Australian coach Graham Arnold, head coach of the Iraqi national football team, confirmed on Wednesday that the 'Lions of the Euphrates' are ready for the match against the UAE's 'Al-Ahda' in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, as part of the Asian playoff that grants a spot in the intercontinental playoff for the 2026 World Cup. He added that 'the journey continues and our goal is to reach the World Cup. The players need the support of the fans and the media.'

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