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Iraq’s Historic Return to the World Cup: A Nation’s Second Chance in 40 Years By Daniel Richardson | Editor-in-Chief, Archysport May 27, 2026 — Updated 10:45 AM EDT The Iraqi national team trains ahead of the 2026 World Cup, their first appearance in 40 years. For the first time since 1986, the Iraqi national football … Read more