Ex-Rangers boss Dick Advocaat set to come out of retirement for a FIFTH time

DICK ADVOCAAT looks set to come out of retirement for the FIFTH time as the 75-year-old ponders an offer to take charge of Caribbean island...
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Group B: Al Kahrabaa Club (IRQ) 0-0 Kuwait SC (KUW)

Basra: Former champions Kuwait SC were held to a 0-0 draw by debutants Al Kahrabaa of Iraq in Group B of the AFC Cup™ 2023/24 on Tuesday.
THE-AFC.COM Sep 19

Group C: Air Force Club (IRQ) 2-2 Sepahan FC (IRN)

Arbil: Iraq’s Air Force Club and Islamic Republic of Iran’s Sepahan FC played out an entertaining 2-2 draw in their opening AFC Champions...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 18

Preview - Group C: Air Force Club (IRQ) v Sepahan FC (IRN)

Erbil: Air Force Club of Iraq and Islamic Republic of Iran's Sepahan FC are set for a thrilling clash in Group C of the AFC Champions League™...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 17

Youngsters record first win of the season

U18s beat Everton 2-1 at Finch Farm Anderson scored the opener for City Hayder netted the Potters' second Stoke City secured their first three...
STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Sep 16

Premier League cult hero reveals he ‘took a dump’ in Saddam Hussein’s golden toilet

Neil Ruddock has revealed that he once ‘took a dump’ in a golden toilet that used to belong to Saddam Hussein. The ex-Liverpool star told the story...
TALKSPORT Sep 13

Premier League legend once had a poo in Saddam Hussein’s golden toilet while with Playboy model

FORMER Liverpool defender Neil “Razor” Ruddock has revealed he once had a poo in Saddam Hussein’s golden toilet. The one-cap England centre-back,...
THE SUN Sep 13

'I'm ex-Prem star who went to Iraq with Playboy model and had dump on Saddam Hussein's bog'

Former Liverpool defender Neil Ruddock has recalled an eye-opening trip to Iraq which saw him meet his wife - and use Saddam Hussein's golden toilet
DAILY STAR Sep 13

Qualifiers - Group F: Resilient Iraq fight back to advance

Kuwait City: Former champions Iraq showed great determination as they came from two behind to force a 2-2 draw with Kuwait in the AFC U23 Asian...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 12

2023 Friendly: Scouting Oman

Photo by David Ramos - FIFA/FIFA via Getty ImagesThe USMNT faces off against a second Asian opponent. In Gregg Berhalter’s return to the technical...
STARS AND STRIPES Sep 11

International glory for Ali and Iraq

Ali Al-Hamadi topped off a successful King’s Cup campaign in style with the Iraq national team on Sunday as he won the second trophy of his career.
AFCWIMBLEDON.CO.UK Sep 11

Iraq lift King's Cup, Lebanon edge India

Chiangmai: Iraq triumphed in a penalty shootout against Thailand to win the 2023 King’s Cup in a rain-soaked 700th Anniversary Stadium on Sunday.
THE-AFC.COM Sep 11

Qualifiers - Group F: Timor-Leste 0-6 Iraq; Macau 0-3 Kuwait

Kuwait City: Iraq secured their second straight big win in Group F, beating Timor Leste 6-0 in the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ 2024 Qualifiers on Saturday.
THE-AFC.COM Sep 9

Qualifiers - Group F: Timor-Leste 0-6 Iraq

Kuwait City: Iraq secured their second straight big win in Group F, beating Timor Leste 6-0 in the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ 2024 Qualifiers on Saturday.
THE-AFC.COM Sep 9

'Robbed' of final berth, India confident of beating Lebanon in third-place match

Despite the heartbreak of a penalty shootout loss to Iraq in the semis, a confident India will look to maintain their recent domination against...
INDIATIMES.COM Sep 9

Qualifiers - Group F: Iraq 13-0 Macau; Kuwait 4-0 Timor-Leste

Kuwait City: Iraq were simply unstoppable as they defeated Macau 13-0 in Group F of the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Qatar 2024 Qualifiers at the Kuwait...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 6

Qualifiers - Group F: Iraq 13-0 Macau

Kuwait City: Iraq were simply unstoppable as they defeated Macau 13-0 in Group F of the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Qatar 2024 Qualifiers at the Kuwait...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 6

Ali on King’s Cup duty

Ali Al-Hamadi has joined up with the Iraq national team for the 49th King’s Cup in Thailand.
AFCWIMBLEDON.CO.UK Sep 4

Major security breach as Lionel Messi is GRABBED by pitch invader before his former soldier bodyguard hauls him away

THERE was a major security breach at Inter Miami's latest game as Lionel Messi was grabbed by a pitch invader. However, the World Cup winner's...
THE SUN Sep 4

‘The odds were all against me': Ali al-Hamadi's odyssey from Iraq to AFC Wimbledon

21-year-old Iraq striker whose mother fled with him to Liverpool when he was one faces Chelsea in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday “I wouldn't say I've...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 30

Young midfielder who quit Manchester United in July suffers setback over manager sacking

Former Manchester United midfielder Zidane Iqbal has suffered a huge blow as FC Utrecht have decided to part company with their manager. The Iraq...
UNITED IN FOCUS Aug 29

New details about Lionel Messi's bodyguard: former US soldier and MMA expert

The bodyguard of Lionel Messi just went viral after a video surfaced during the U.S Open Cup semifinal between Inter Miami and FC Cincinnati. ...
BOLAVIP US Aug 25

Scotland’s most spectacular women revealed – from World Cup goal legend to Holocaust hero

THE Lionesses’ defeat on Sunday means Rose Reilly retains her unique place in football history as the only Brit to win the Women’s World...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Aug 24

I’m an ex-soldier and MMA fighter hired by Beckham to protect Messi – I even follow him round the pitch as he celebrates

INTER MIAMI have hired a former soldier and MMA fighter to protect Lionel Messi. The Argentinian legend even sees his ripped bodyguard follow...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Aug 24

Footage shows Lionel Messi’s bodyguard follows him EVERYWHERE at Inter Miami… even in goals celebrations

Lionel Messi has taken centre stage at Inter Miami since he signed for the Major Soccer League outfit this summer. But eagle-eyed fans have noticed...
TALKSPORT Aug 24

Exclusive: Barnsley submit bid for London-club striker

Barnsley have had a bid rejected by AFC Wimbledon for striker Ali Al-Hamadi, sources have told Football Insider. The Iraqi international scored 11...
FOOTBALLINSIDER247.COM Aug 18

Iraqi footballer trolls Al Nassr’s Cristiano Ronaldo

Al Shorta attacker Ahmed Zero has left social media in a frenzy by trolling all-time great Cristiano Ronaldo. The Al Shorta man posted a picture of...
CLUTCHPOINTS Aug 13

Cristiano Ronaldo given brutal backhanded compliment by opponent he posed with after Al Nassr cup win

CRISTIANO RONALDO was the victim of a brutal backhanded compliment from Iraqi midfielder Ahmed Zero. The 20-year-old stood next to Ronaldo on...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Aug 12

Video: Cristiano Ronaldo's goal takes Al Nassr to the 2023 Arab Club Champions Cup Final

Cristiano Ronaldo scored once again at the Arab Club Champions Cup. The Portuguese star is really close of his first title with Al Nassr. ...
BOLAVIP US Aug 9

Video: Cristiano Ronaldo knocks out Raja Casablanca with amazing goal at 2023 Arab Club Champions Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo had another great performance and scored a big goal at the Arab Club Champions Cup with Al Nassr After the Qatar 2022 World...
BOLAVIP US Aug 6

Derek Ferguson claims Rangers were 'encouraged' by Saddam Hussein to throw a game against Iraq

Jock Wallace's Gers took on Iran in two friendlies in 1985 and Ferguson revealed a bizarre meeting with Hussein during their trip to Baghdad.
DAILY RECORD Aug 4

Inside the shock story of Rangers being ordered to LOSE a match on purpose

FORMER Rangers player Derek Ferguson has claimed he and his team-mates were encouraged to lose a match against the Iraqi national side in case they...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Aug 4

West Asia Wrap: Al Shorta clinch Iraqi title

Maysan: All eyes were on Al Shorta in the Iraqi Premier League as a host of matches were played over the week that ultimately saw the Harp crowned...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 17

Central & West Asia Wrap: Al Shorta close in on Iraq title

Basra: Al Shorta moved closer to retaining the Iraqi Premier League title as they widened their lead at the top of the standings to seven points.
THE-AFC.COM Jul 3

‘Detachment was considered a strength': how a war correspondent's calling created a trauma timebomb

From the Boxing Day tsunami to Iraq, journalist Dean Yates rarely stopped to process the events he reported. They caught up with him in a Melbourne...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 1

Iraq's amputee football team defy war injuries to represent nation's rise from ashes

Bravery and determination – something we have seen all over Baghdad 20 years on from the 2003 invasion – drove Mohammed al-Najjar to create the...
MIRROR Jun 30

Man Utd fans celebrate after key detail of Zidane transfer comes to light as they praise ‘first bit of good business’

MANCHESTER UNITED fans have hailed the club’s “good business” after further details of Zidane Iqbal’s departure were revealed. Iqbal, 20, drew...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Jun 27

Utrecht director points out everything Manchester United gave up in bargain transfer for academy star Zidane Iqbal

Manchester United may live to regret their decision to sell academy starlet Zidane Iqbal as Utrecht’s director raved about the youngster’s...
TALKSPORT Jun 27

The last 5 Manchester United players moved to Eredivisie clubs, with Zidane Iqbal exit confirmed

Zidane Iqbal has been sold to Dutch side FC Utrecht, with the Iraq international leaving Manchester United in pursuit of regular first team...
UNITED IN FOCUS Jun 27

West & Central Asia Wrap: Al Shorta edge closer, Pahktakor at the top

Basra: Al Shorta FC took a giant step towards securing their second successive title after an emphatic 5-0 win over Al Najaf with closest rivals...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 26

Gogglebox fans blast Channel 4 after latest celebrity signing

GOGGLEBOX fans have slammed an “odious” new signing for the celebrity series. Channel 4 viewers took to Twitter to complain after ex Number 10 spin...
THE SUN Jun 24

‘It hurts so much’ – Manchester United fans stunned at academy star leaving in ‘cheap’ transfer

Manchester United fans were left disappointed by the news that a homegrown academy star is set to depart for a snip. Manchester-born Zidane Iqbal...
TALKSPORT Jun 21

Title joy for Iraq

Baghdad: Iraq won the 2023 WAFF U23 Championship after a 5-4 penalty shootout win over Islamic Republic of Iran in the final on Tuesday.
THE-AFC.COM Jun 21

Manchester United accept bid for 20 y/o academy graduate

Manchester United have accepted a bid for youngster Zidane Iqbal.The Athletic confirmed this evening that the Red Devils have given the green light...
STRETTYNEWS.COM Jun 20

Charity match held in memory of Washington man who died in Iraq

A football match was held in memory of a young man from Washington who died while serving in Iraq in 2003
THE NORTHERN ECHO Jun 18

(Video) Luis Diaz wows fans with insane dribble for Columbia vs Iraq

Liverpool fans will be licking their lips after attacker Luis Diaz showed once again why he is one of the best wingers in the Premier League.In...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE Jun 17

Colombia - Iraq predictions

SPORTYTRADER Jun 14

Preview: Colombia vs. Iraq - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Friday's friendly clash between Colombia and Iraq, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Jun 13

Juan David Mosquera getting a call to Colombia's National Team

Juan David Mosquera has been called by Colombia's Men's National Team for the FIFA international period in June as the Colombian Football...
PROSTAMERIKA.COM Jun 7

Aston Villa player out of internationals due to injury – Has ‘muscle overload’ issue

Aston Villa striker Jhon Jáder Durán is set to miss out on Colombia’s upcoming games. Journalist Pipe Sierra claims that due to fitness problems,...
SPORT WITNESS Jun 6

USMNT U-20s vs. Uruguay, 2023 U-20 World Cup Round of 16: Time, TV schedule, streaming and match thread

Photo by Buda Mendes - FIFA/FIFA via Getty ImagesThe U-20s attempt to make a return to the quarterfinals. The United States Men’s U-20s have...
STARS AND STRIPES Jun 4

Gambia U-20 vs Uruguay U-20: TV Channel, how and where to watch or live stream online free 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup in your country today

Gambia U-20 will face Uruguay U-20 today at Santiago del Estero in the Round of 16 at the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup. Read here to check out when and...
BOLAVIP US Jun 1

Brazil U-20 vs Tunisia U-20: TV Channel, how and where to watch or live stream online free 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup in your country

Brazil U-20 take on Tunisia U-20 at Estadio Único Diego Armando Maradona in La Plata for the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup. Read here to check how to...
BOLAVIP US May 31

Sheffield United's Daniel Jebbison stakes England claim ahead of Italy clash

Sheffield United’s Daniel Jebbison is preparing for Wednesday’s knockout tie between England and Italy at the FIFA under-20 World Cup after making...
THE STAR May 29

Iraq U20 vs England U20: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time & where to watch U20 World Cup

Where to watch the FIFA U20 World Cup match online between Iraq and England , including live streams, TV channels, kick-off time and more.
GOAL.COM May 28

Iraq vs England live stream: How can I watch U20 World Cup game live for FREE on TV in UK today?

England can continue their perfect record at the Under-20 World Cup in their final group game against Iraq today.
EVENING STANDARD May 28

Iraq U-20 vs England U-20: TV Channel, how and where to watch or live stream online free 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup in your country

Iraq U-20 will face England U-20 at Estadio Unico Diego Armando Maradona on Matchday 3 of the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup. This is how you can watch...
BOLAVIP US May 28

Forgotten Man Utd wonderkid trains with first-team for Fulham finale as fans beg Erik ten Hag to ‘give him some minutes’

MANCHESTER UNITED fans are desperate for wonderkid Zidane Iqbal to be given a chance to shine against Fulham. Iqbal, 20, was handed his United...
THE SCOTTISH SUN May 27

Bashir Humphreys on scoresheet as England beat Uruguay, 3-2 at U20 World Cup

Photo by Marcos Brindicci - The FA/The FA via Getty ImagesSet piece goal! England made it two wins from two at the U20 World Cup by beating...
WEAINTGOTNOHISTORY May 26

Korea Republic fight back for valuable point, Iraq's hopes dashed

La Plata: Korea Republic fought back from two goals down to force a 2-2 draw against 10-man Honduras on Thursday to stay on track for the FIFA U20...
THE-AFC.COM May 25

England U20 3 Uruguay U20 2: Young Lions qualify for last 16 in front of hostile crowd as God Save the King booed

ENGLAND’S Under-20s sealed qualification to the Last 16 of the World Cup after beating Uruguay 3-2 in front of a hostile crowd in Argentina. The...
THE SCOTTISH SUN May 25

Uruguay U-20 vs England U-20: TV Channel, how and where to watch or live stream online free 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup in your country

Uruguay U-20 will encounter with England U-20 at Estadio Unico Diego Armando Maradona on Matchday 2 of the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup. Here’s how you...
BOLAVIP US May 25

Iraq U-20 vs Tunisia U-20: TV Channel, how and where to watch or live stream online free 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup in your country

Iraq U-20 will face Tunisia U-20 at Estadio Único Diego Armando Maradona on Matchday 2 of the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup. Learn how to watch this...
BOLAVIP US May 25

WATCH: Dane Scarlett scores winner for England over Tunisia in U20 World Cup

Photo by Hector Vivas - FIFA/FIFA via Getty ImagesDANE We haven't really talked about it on here — there's been a lot of other stuff going on! —...
SBNATION.COM May 24

Uruguay vs England LIVE: Young Lions aim for another win in Under-20 World Cup – UK kick-off time, team news and how to follow

England will look to take full control of their Under-20 World Cup group when they take on Group E rivals Uruguay this week. Ian Foster’s depleted...
TALKSPORT May 23

Korea Republic shine, tough outing for Iraq

Mendoza: Korea Republic started their FIFA U-20 World Cup Argentina 2023 Group F campaign with a well-earned victory over France at Mendoza Stadium...
THE-AFC.COM May 23

England U20 1 Tunisia U20 0: Tottenham’s Dane Scarlett heads Young Lions to hard-fought win in World Cup opener

DANE SCARLETT headed dominant England to a winning start in the Under-20 World Cup. Toothless Tunisia created little as Ian Foster‘s men...
THE SCOTTISH SUN May 22

Argentina 2023: Asian Talent To Look Out For

Kuala Lumpur: From Iraq’s Hussein Saeed to Japan’s Hidetoshi Nakata and Uzbekistan’s Eldor Shomurodov and many others, the FIFA U20 World Cup was a...
THE-AFC.COM May 20

AFC President rallies young Asian teams to shine in FIFA U-20 World Cup

Kuala Lumpur: As Asia's representatives set their sights on continuing the Continent's dominance on the global stage, Asian Football Confederation...
THE-AFC.COM May 19

2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup: Managers of the 24 qualified national teams

The FIFA U-20 World Cup was moved from Indonesia to Argentina, but the number of participants hasn’t changed. These are the managers of the 24...
BOLAVIP US May 19

Asia at the FIFA U20 World Cup

Dubai: The attention of football fans from across Asia turns to Argentina where Uzbekistan, Iraq, Japan and  Korea Republic prepare to represent...
THE-AFC.COM May 16

Under-20 World Cup 2023 fixtures: Kick-off times announced as England look to secure silverware in Argentina

ENGLAND’S Under-20 World Cup fixtures has been revealed – and the madness will all unfold on Monday! The Young Lions travel to Argentina where...
THE SCOTTISH SUN May 15

Former Charlton, Millwall and AFC Wimbledon youngsters called up to England U20 World Cup squad

England will play Tunisia, Uruguay and Iraq, with the competition starting on May 22.
LONDON NEWS ONLINE May 12

U20 World Cup call for Jebbo

Daniel Jebbison has been named in the England U20s squad for the forthcoming World Cup in Argentina. United's teenager striker is part of head...
SHEFFIELD UTD OFFICIAL SITE May 11

Erik ten Hag faces international dilemma over youngster’s involvement in U20 World Cup

Erik ten Hag will have to make a decision in the coming days regarding Zidane Iqbal’s involvement in the Under-20 World Cup.According to Iraqi Pro...
STRETTYNEWS.COM May 1

Terrifying moment bus overturns while speeding down steep mountain road leaving two dead in horror crash in Turkey

AT least two people have died after a bus overturned on a steep mountain road in Turkey. Chilling footage shows the moment the coach carrying...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Apr 30

Bringing football home to Iraq could represent a return to global stage

Iraq last hosted a World Cup qualifier way back in 2001 but recent Gulf Cup success offers hope for the future So far, 2023 has been good for...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 29

2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup: Schedule, Teams, Groups, Dates and TV Channel

The FIFA U-20 World Cup is one of the most important events of the year in the soccer calendar. Read here to find out the full schedule, teams,...
BOLAVIP US Apr 21

Iraqi footballer banned for ‘trying to attack referee'

Ibrahim Bayesh, an Iraq international, has been suspended for two years after trying to attack a referee following a red card
THE INDEPENDENT Apr 13

Coventry City among host of clubs 'scouting' prolific League Two 'beauty'

Coventry City transfer news from CoventryLive as the Sky Blues are one of a number of clubs reported to be keeping a close eye on in-form AFC...
COVENTRYTELEGRAPH.NET Apr 13

19 suspected terrorists have crossed Channel in small boats and are living in migrant hotels

NINETEEN suspected terrorists have crossed the Channel in small boats and are said to be living in migrant hotels, it was reported last night. A...
THE SUN Apr 11

'He'll move there': Wonderkid tipped for Manchester United switch by opposition player

Iraq ace Osama Rashid is backing Sergey Pinyaev to make a ‘dream’ move to Premier League giants Manchester United after coming up against the...
UNITED IN FOCUS Mar 29

Players return following national duty

Several stars feature for respective countries Smallbone excels on Republic of Ireland debut Ali shines for Iraq during Doha International Cup A...
STOKE CITY FC (OFFICIAL SITE Mar 29

Johnnie Jackson hails impact of returning Ali Al-Hamadi

The Iraq striker scored as a substitute just two days after international duty.
NEWSCHAIN.UK Mar 28

Who Has the Most International Goals in FIFA History?

Lionel Messi’s resume just keeps growing. The Argentine football icon added yet another line to his already-deep list of accolades on Tuesday...
NBC LOS ANGELES Mar 28
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