‘Ready to shock the world’: Graham Arnold and Iraq relish Haaland and Mbappe tests
The National · 27 May 2026

‘Ready to shock the world’: Graham Arnold and Iraq relish Haaland and Mbappe tests

It's fair to say Graham Arnold's family had some reservations when he told them he wanted to take the Iraq job. They had only just got used to having him around after he'd resigned as Australia coach in September 2024, so were concerned about his desire to leave for Baghdad and a nation bruised by w


AI Translated Summary:
Graham Arnold's decision to coach Iraq raises eyebrows, especially given the challenges the team faces against top players like Haaland and Mbappe. His commitment to the Iraqi national team reflects a bold move in a politically complex region.


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