Iraq began their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification (AFC) campaign with a narrow 1-0 home victory over Indonesia on October 12, 2025. The match, kicking off at 03:30 UTC, was decided by a single goal, providing Iraq with a crucial three points in Group B of the Asian qualifiers. The only goal of the game came in the second half, likely from a set-piece or a moment of individual skill, breaking down a resilient Indonesian defense. Iraq controlled large portions of the match but found it difficult to convert their possession into more goals, while Indonesia threatened on the counter-attack. This match result puts Iraq in a strong early position in the qualification table, while Indonesia will rue missed opportunities to steal a point on the road. The final score of 1-0 sets the tone for Iraq's qualification journey.