Iraq Suffers 0-5 Loss to Senegal in World Cup 2026

The Iraq national team loses 0-5 to Senegal in World Cup 2026. Coach Hakim Shaker describes the defeat as a «major scandal in the history of Iraqi football».

What happened?

Iraq's 0-5 loss to Senegal in World Cup 2026, after a poor performance from the Iraqi team. The Iraqi team ended its World Cup campaign with serious mistakes and repeated collapses.

Why does it matter for Iraq?

The heavy defeat leads to the team conceding 12 goals in three matches, reflecting the «fragility of the Iraqi football system». Hakim Shaker blames interventions in the union's affairs for the decline in results.

What comes next?

June 26, 2026 will remain a «black day» in the history of Iraqi football. Sports journalist Zaki Al-Taii expresses his disappointment, saying: «We had hoped that Iraq's second participation in the World Cup would be better than the first».

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