Iraq
Jesús Casas
ESSpanish coach who emphasizes possession and short passing combinations, integrating Spanish football philosophy into Iraq's tactical system.
- Led Iraq to 2026 World Cup qualification
- Experience in Spanish and Middle Eastern football
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23 Iraq's veteran goalkeeper. Currently plying his trade at Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya, a commanding presence between the posts, Jalal Hassan is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Iraq. Has earned 55 international caps, making him one of the most experienced goalkeepers in the squad. Born in 1989, the 37-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Young Iraqi goalkeeper option. Currently plying his trade at Al-Zawraa, a commanding presence between the posts, Ahmed Ibrahim is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Iraq. Has earned 10 international caps. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Iraq's national team goalkeeper. Currently plying his trade at Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya, a commanding presence between the posts, Mohammed Hameed is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Iraq. Has earned 15 international caps. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Iraqi right-back. Currently plying his trade at Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya, a dependable defender, Hussain Ali combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Iraq's backline. Has earned 15 international caps. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
DF Iraqi left-back with Serie A experience. Currently plying his trade at Al-Wakrah, a dependable defender, Ali Adnan combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Iraq's backline. Has earned 60 international caps, scoring 6 goals, building significant international experience. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Iraqi centre-back and a key figure in the national team's defence. Currently plying his trade at Malmö FF, a dependable defender, Rebin Sulaka combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Iraq's backline. Has earned 45 international caps, scoring 1 goal, building significant international experience. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Iraqi centre-back. Currently plying his trade at Al-Zawraa, a dependable defender, Saad Natiq combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Iraq's backline. Has earned 15 international caps. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Young Iraqi centre-back who was part of the 2024 Asian Cup squad. Currently plying his trade at Al-Shorta, a dependable defender, Ali Husni Faisal combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Iraq's backline. Has earned 8 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
DF Iraqi defender. Currently plying his trade at Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya, a dependable defender, Amir Al-Ammari combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Iraq's backline. Has earned 10 international caps. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Iraqi defender and a regular in the domestic league. Currently plying his trade at Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya, a dependable defender, Mohammed Qassim combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Iraq's backline. Has earned 10 international caps. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Iraqi defensive midfielder and midfield shield. Currently plying his trade at Al-Shorta, an industrious midfielder, Ibrahim Bayesh excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Iraq. Has earned 25 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Veteran Iraqi midfielder with extensive national team experience. Currently plying his trade at Al-Shorta, an industrious midfielder, Ahmed Yasin excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Iraq. Has earned 35 international caps, scoring 5 goals. Born in 1991, the 34-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
MF Iraqi attacking midfielder and the national team's number 10. Currently plying his trade at Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya, an industrious midfielder, Ali Faez excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Iraq. Has earned 40 international caps, scoring 3 goals. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Iraqi winger/midfielder. Currently plying his trade at Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya, an industrious midfielder, Amjad Attwan excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Iraq. Has earned 30 international caps, scoring 3 goals. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Iraqi midfielder. Currently plying his trade at Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya, an industrious midfielder, Ahmed Al-Kadhim excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Iraq. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Iraqi midfielder. Currently plying his trade at Al-Shorta, an industrious midfielder, Safaa Hadi excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Iraq. Has earned 35 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Persepolis midfielder and Iraq's technically gifted playmaker. Currently plying his trade at Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya, an industrious midfielder, Bashar Resan excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Iraq. Has earned 55 international caps, scoring 10 goals, building significant international experience. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Iraq's main striker who impressed at the 2024 Asian Cup. Currently plying his trade at Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya, a clinical forward, Aymen Hussein possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Iraq's primary attacking threat. Has earned 65 international caps, scoring 30 goals, demonstrating consistent attacking output. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Iraqi forward and 2019 Asian Cup Best Young Player. Currently plying his trade at Al-Shorta, a clinical forward, Mohanad Ali possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Iraq's primary attacking threat. Has earned 30 international caps, scoring 10 goals, demonstrating consistent attacking output. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Young Iraqi forward and a next-generation attacker. Currently plying his trade at Al-Zawraa, a clinical forward, Mohammed Dawood possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Iraq's primary attacking threat. Has earned 12 international caps, scoring 4 goals, demonstrating consistent attacking output. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Iraqi forward and a goalscorer in the domestic league. Currently plying his trade at Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya, a clinical forward, Alaa Abbas possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Iraq's primary attacking threat. Has earned 30 international caps, scoring 12 goals, demonstrating consistent attacking output. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Iraqi forward. Currently plying his trade at Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya, a clinical forward, Hussein Ali Al-Saedi possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Iraq's primary attacking threat. Has earned 10 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Iraqi attacker who featured at the 2024 Asian Cup. Currently plying his trade at Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya, a clinical forward, Sherko Kareem possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Iraq's primary attacking threat. Has earned 20 international caps, scoring 5 goals. Will feature for Iraq at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.