Uzbekistan at the World Cup: Central Asia’s Historic Arrival
Uzbekistan become the first Central Asian nation at a World Cup. How did they get here, and what does their debut mean for Asian football?
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Iraq at the 2026 World Cup: 40 Years, Wars and a New Generation
Iraq return to the World Cup after 40 years. Al-Hamadi, Iqbal and a diaspora generation carry the hopes of a nation shaped by war and sanctions.
