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Iraq youth side tests itself against Iran

Salam Shakir’s youth national team prepared for a friendly at Al-Karkh Stadium.

By Iraq Times Newsroom5 Oct 2026, 00:00

Iraq youth side tests itself against Iran

Iraq’s youth national football team was due to face Iran in a friendly at Al-Karkh Stadium in Baghdad. The match was presented as a chance to increase the side’s match sharpness and coordination.

Coach Salam Shakir’s staff planned to use the fixture to trial tactical options and evaluate players across positions. The objective is to identify a balanced group for future age-group commitments.

Original reporting: Alsumaria News ↗