Iraq vs United Arab Emirates Preview & Prediction | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifying (AFC)
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The intercontinental playoffs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup are beckoning for one of these two sides as Iraq take on the United Arab Emirates in a well balanced contest.
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Iraq vs United Arab Emirates prediction
In the first-leg of this fifth round tie in AFC qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Iraq and the United Arab Emirates shared a 1-1 draw at the Mohammed Bin Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi the other day. Luton Town loanee Ali Al Hamadi scored a tenth minute opener for the Iraqis in that clash, before Luan Pereira equalised for the UAE about eight or so minutes later to leave the two-legged tie delicately poised.
Iraq have been struggling for about 18 or so months but have improved since the appointment of former Australia boss Graham Arnold, whilst the UAE have been knocking on the door of FIFA World Cup qualification for a while.
Asian international football can often be quite entertaining and dramatic, and it wouldn’t be a surprise to see this one go deep and even into extra-time in Basra.
Iraq vs United Arab Emirates tip: Draw
