Graham Arnold to Take Helm of Iraq National Team Ahead of Crucial World Cup Qualifiers
Source: news.source.channelnewsasia
Former Australia coach Graham Arnold is set to be officially appointed as the new head coach of Iraq's national football team this weekend. This move comes ahead of important World Cup qualifiers against South Korea and Jordan next month. Arnold, who previously led Australia to the round of 16 in the 2022 World Cup, will bring a team of seven coaches to Iraq, including an assistant with experience in the English Premier League. His appointment follows the sacking of Jesus Casas, after Iraq's disappointing loss to Palestine.
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Graham Arnold, former Australia coach, is set to be appointed as Iraq's new national football team coach.
The announcement of Arnold's appointment will be made official this weekend.
Arnold will lead Iraq in their upcoming World Cup qualifiers against South Korea and Jordan.
He will bring a technical staff of seven coaches, including one with English Premier League experience.
Arnold replaces Jesus Casas, who was sacked after a loss to Palestine.
Iraq currently stands third in Asian Group B, aiming for a top-two finish to qualify for the 2026 World Cup finals.
