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Ahmed Qasem Joins Iraq for World Cup
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- Jun 1, 2026
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Summary
Ahmed Qasem, the 22-year-old Nashville SC forward, is officially on Iraq’s 2026 World Cup roster — a historic moment as Iraq returns to the tournament after 40 years. With the expanded 48-team format and a tough Group I draw against Norway, France, and Senegal, Qasem’s inclusion signals big things for both him and Iraqi football. Switching allegiance from Sweden this spring, Qasem’s rapid rise in MLS and his one senior cap for Iraq show his potential. Co-hosted by the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, this World Cup offers a global stage for teams like Iraq to shine — and Qasem is ready to step up. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/25a66cd8de8a3328