Two players, Muhannad Ali (Mimi) and Ibrahim Bayesh, who play for Dibba and Al Dhafra in the UAE Pro League, have joined the Iraqi national team in preparation for a match against the winner of the playoff between Bolivia and Suriname for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico. According to an official source close to the Iraqi Football Association, the players have begun daily training in the Mexican city of Monterrey ahead of the decisive match to reach the World Cup. Muhannad Ali has scored 6 goals and provided 2 assists for Dibba, and recently returned from injury sustained in the match against Kalba. Meanwhile, Ibrahim Bayesh joined Al Dhafra during the last winter transfer window from Saudi club Al-Riyadh, has not scored any goals yet, but has played an important role in building attacks, confirming his effectiveness on the field.
