Graham Arnold extends Iraq coaching deal through 2027 Asian Cup after World Cup return
The Iraqi Football Association said Arnold will stay through the Gulf Cup and Asian Cup after weeks of speculation over his future.
- On Monday, the IFA announced that Australian coach Graham Arnold renewed his contract with Iraq for six months, extending his tenure through early next year.
- Arnold recently guided Iraq to this year's FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, ending the nation's 40-year absence from the tournament.
- Although the association offered a four-year extension, Arnold stated, "I have renewed my contract for six months," calling the decision "in my best interest."
- His coaching record includes 19 matches overseeing Iraq and 72 matches leading Australia, a tenure that included an interim role in 2006-07.
- The IFA confirmed Arnold will remain in charge through the Gulf Cup in Saudi Arabia this September and the Asian Cup early next year.
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Graham Arnold extended his contract as a selector from Iraq to the Asian Cup of 2027, months after leading the national team to his first World Cup in 40 years.
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Graham Arnold extends Iraq coaching deal through 2027 Asian Cup after World Cup return
Graham Arnold has extended his contract as Iraq's head coach through the 2027 Asian Cup, months after guiding Iraq at its first World Cup in 40 years.
Iraq's Australian coach Arnold renews contract for six months
Arnold extends Iraq deal through 2027 Asian Cup
BAGHDAD — Graham Arnold has extended his contract as Iraq head coach through the 2027 Asian Cup, months after guiding the national team at its first World Cup in 40 years. The 63-year-old former Australia coach said he renewed for six months despite being offered a four-year deal by the Iraq Football Association. “I have renewed my contract for six months and this decision is in my best interest and in the best interest of the Iraq national team…
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