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Iraq became the 48th and final team to qualify for the FIFA World Cup this year, and this comes after a long 40 years. The team beat Bolivia 2-1 in Mexico in their inter-confederation playoff on Wednesday, all thanks to goals from Ali Al Hamadi, who provided the 10th-minute lead, and Aymen Hussein, who found the net in the second half.
With Iraq returning to the footballing major after a long time, here is all you need to know about the boss behind it, Graham Arnold. The head coach also guided Australia to the round of 16 of the World Cup 2022, which was held in Qatar.
Who is Graham Arnold, head coach of Iraq?
Graham Arnold is the head coach of the Iraq Football team. The Australian manager began his coaching career on international level in 2000, when he was appointed as the head coach of the Australian men’s national football team. He has also coached multiple football teams, such as Sydney United, his first in 1989, Central Coast Mariners, and more.
The 62-year-old is a former player who has played for multiple teams as a striker, including Northern Spirit, an Australian football club, being his last. He also went on to coach this side in 1998. He has also represented the Australian B team and main team on national level.
Graham Arnold wife and kids
Graham Arnold is married to Sarah Arnold, and the married couple has welcomed three daughters, Kirstie, Elissa, and Danielle, as per reports.
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