Iraq clinches World Cup spot, draws France in Philadelphia opener

Name: Iraq clinches World Cup spot, draws France in Philadelphia opener
Uploaded: 2026-04-01T21:37:27Z
Duration: 3 min 23 s
Description: Iraq has qualified for the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 40 years, drawing France in their opening match in Philadelphia, with local Iraqi communities in Northeast Philadelphia celebrating and preparing to support their team.

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Iraq has qualified for the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 40 years, drawing France in their opening match in Philadelphia, with local Iraqi communities in Northeast Philadelphia celebrating and preparing to support their team.