Iraq HubThe Iraq national football team is set to face Norway in the 2026 World Cup, led by Zidane Iqbal, the first player of Pakistani descent to participate in the tournament.
Who is Zidane Iqbal?
Zidane Iqbal is an Iraqi midfielder of Pakistani descent, born in Manchester, England. Iqbal played for Manchester United in the UEFA Champions League, becoming the first British South Asian player to participate in the tournament.
Iraq's Chances in the Tournament
The match between Iraq and Norway is the team's first game in the 2026 World Cup. The Iraqi team is considered one of the favorites in the group, with talented players like Zidane Iqbal.
| Date | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Iraq vs Norway | - |
Other South Asian Players
Other players of South Asian descent are participating in the 2026 World Cup, such as Sarpreet Singh from New Zealand, Tahsin Mohammed Jamshid from Qatar, Samuel Moutoussamy from the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Nishan Velupillay from Australia.
The Future of Iraqi Football
Zidane Iqbal's participation in the 2026 World Cup is an important step for promoting Iraqi football. The Iraqi team hopes to achieve positive results in the tournament and improve their chances of advancing to the next rounds.
