29-06-2026 18:41 via vanguardngr.com

World Cup: Iraq launch probe, plan overhaul after winless return

By Adegboyega AdeleyeIraq have begun a review of their disappointing 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign after crashing out of the tournament without a point, with the country’s Olympic Committee promising a major overhaul of the national team and domestic football structure.The Lions of Mesopotamia returned to the World Cup finals for the first time in 40 years but endured a difficult campaign, losing all three Group I matches against former champions France, Norway and Senegal, while conceding
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