Iraq draws roadmap to World Cup final

The United Nations General Assembly celebrated World Football Day, and presented this event as an opportunity to celebrate football and sports as powerful drivers of promoting mental health and well-being among youth in Iraq. And participated in the event young leaders, change-makers, UN entities, governments, civil society organizations, private sector partners, athletes, and social justice advocates.

What happened?

The United Nations General Assembly celebrated World Football Day, and presented this event as an opportunity to celebrate football and sports as powerful drivers of promoting mental health and well-being among youth in Iraq. And participated in the event young leaders, change-makers, UN entities, governments, civil society organizations, private sector partners, athletes, and social justice advocates.

Why does it matter for Iraq?

Football is an effective tool for promoting health and well-being in Iraq, and contributes to promoting a sense of community and national pride. And this shared passion contributes to promoting global solidarity and unity among diverse communities.

What comes next?

Iraq will continue its journey towards the World Cup final, and will continue to promote football as a tool for promoting mental health and well-being among youth in Iraq.

Last results of Iraq

Last result: France 3-0 Iraq (2026-06-22). And the Iraqi national team has a good form in the last 5 matches, with 0 wins, 1 draw, and 4 losses (LDLLL).

Basic information

Football is the most widely spread sport globally, and goes beyond being just a recreational activity, as it forms a universal language that people of all ages understand, and transcends national, cultural, social, and economic boundaries.