The Asian Football Confederation announced on Tuesday the approved dates and venues for the Iraqi national team's matches in the group stage of the AFC Asian Cup 2027, which will be held in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The Iraqi national team will begin its journey in the tournament by facing Tajikistan on Sunday, January 10, 2027, at 4:30 PM, at the "SHG Arena," in the first round of the group stage.
In the second round, the Lions of Mesopotamia will meet the Australian team on Thursday, January 14, 2027, at 1:30 PM, at "First Park," in a match where the Iraqi team aims to achieve a positive result to enhance its chances of qualifying for the next round.
The Iraqi national team will conclude its group stage matches against the Singaporean team on Tuesday, January 19, 2027, at 1:30 PM, at "Aramco."
The Iraqi team is looking to achieve positive results in its three matches, striving to secure a spot in the knockout stages and continue competing in the continental tournament, amidst the hopes of its fans for a strong performance in the upcoming edition of the Asian Cup.