Arnold’s Double Boost: Iraq Eyes Fresh Tactics in a Crucial Saudi Clash
Iraq prepares for a high-stakes AFC World Cup qualifier against Saudi Arabia in Jeddah, under the watchful eye of coach Graham Arnold. The camp has focused intensely on tactics and fitness as the two teams battle for a direct World Cup spot. Arnold is weighing several lineup tweaks, with Ayman Hussein fully fit and Zidan Iqbal tipped to start. Tickets are being distributed for free to Iraqi fans in Saudi Arabia, adding an extra layer of drama to the encounter.