The team has no money and depends on support from FIFA, the world soccer governing body, Germany and other countries.
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Iraq Prepares for World Cup
The Iraqis start their bid to qualify for the 2006 World Cup on Wednesday...
The Iraqis start their bid to qualify for the 2006 World Cup on Wednesday against Uzbekistan in the Uzbek capital of Tashkent.
Despite the difficulties of finding suitable places to practice in the war-scarred nation, coach Bernd Stange, a native of Germany, believes no one should underestimate the Iraqis. "I think my team is ready for the World Cup qualification, but the circumstances of preparation are very hard and tough in Iraq," said Stange
The team has no money and depends on support from FIFA, the world soccer governing body, Germany and other countries.
"If the power in Iraq goes to the Iraqi people who love soccer, they will give us more support," Stange said.
The team has no money and depends on support from FIFA, the world soccer governing body, Germany and other countries.
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