Goal efficiency
How clinical and direct the player was in front of goal — volume, accuracy, and conversion.
Friendlies · Midfielder · #14 · Iraq · 22 yrs
Zidane Iqbal is a midfielder. Zidane Iqbal is a represents Iraq, 22 years old, midfielder. Zidane Iqbal wears shirt number 14. Zidane Iqbal was born in Manchester, England on 2003-04-27. Zidane Iqbal is 181 cm tall and weighs 71 kg. Zidane Iqbal's Sportra profile tracks season statistics across Friendlies, World Cup, World Cup - Qualification Asia, Asian Cup, and other leagues. Zidane Iqbal's page brings together career clubs, trophies, injury history, multi-competition stats, and related news headlines. On Sportra you can explore Zidane Iqbal season statistics, transfer history, trophies, injury updates, and related news across every competition tracked in the profile.
Midfielder · #14
| Season | Team |
|---|---|
| 2026 |  Iraq IRQ |
| 2025 |  Utrecht UTR |
| 2024 | Iraq IRQ |
| 2024 | Utrecht UTR |
| 2023 | Iraq IRQ |
| Date | Type | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-07-01 | € 1M |  Manchester United MUN | Utrecht UTR |
Iraq IRQSeason intelligence
Profile as Midfielder: balanced output without a single dominant trait. Archetype: Balanced contributor. Season rating 6.7.
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How clinical and direct the player was in front of goal — volume, accuracy, and conversion.
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Isolation threat and progressive carrying — volume plus success rate.
How often they draw fouls and stay out of trouble with cards.
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Dundee United have signed Iraq midfielder Zidane Iqbal from Utrecht, with manager Jim Goodwin hailing him as a player of "real pedigree" who "is off the back of a successful World Cup". The 23-year-old, who came through the youth ranks with Manchester United, had a year left of his contract with the Dutch club and has signed for two years with the Tannadice club, with an option of another 12 months. "We feel he adds something different and can occupy different positions within our midfield ranks," Goodwin told his club website.
France and Iraq are clashing for Group I, with Kylian Mbappe included in the starting XI for Les Bleus. France will square off against Iraq for a Matchday 2 Group I showdown at the 2026 World Cup on Monday, June 22, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. With Les Bleus aiming to put one foot in the knockout stage, whether forward Kylian Mbappe will anchor the starting lineup remains the focal point for fans and media alike. Mbappe has been included in the starting XI for the clash against the Iraq. The captain logged a complete 90 minutes in the tournament opener against Senegal, scoring a dominant brace to fuel a 3-1 victory and participating fully in all subsequent tactical training sessions. The French side enters Monday’s match sitting comfortably atop Group I following their convincing multi-goal debut performance. Conversely, Iraq is desperate for a rebound after suffering a bruising 4-1 loss to Norway, a match completely dominated by a parallel multi-goal display from Erling Haaland. A victory alone won’t mathematically lock up the group’s top seed for France, but it serves as a massive step toward their ultimate objective. If Didier Deschamps’ squad handles business against Iraq and Norway ties Senegal in the other group fixture, Mbappe’s side will officially book their ticket to the Round of 32 as group winners. Kylian Mbappe #10 of France warms up during a training session. Mbappe chases international goalscoring milestones Following his clinical two-goal performance against Senegal, Mbappe drew level with legendary marksman Just Fontaine as France’s all-time leading scorer in World Cup history. At just 27 years old, the forward is primed to continue climbing the global charts as he chases the tournament’s ultimate benchmarks. Mbappe is ultimately tracking the historic standard set by Lionel Messi, who currently commands the all-time tournament lead with 18 career World Cup goals. With France heavily favored to dictate the tempo against Iraq, Mbappe will look to aggressively expand on his own impressive baseline of 14 tournament goals. Confirmed lineups for France and Iraq France’s confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Mike Maignan; Jules Kounde, William Saliba, Dayot Upamecano, Lucas Digne; Manu Kone, Adrien Rabiot; Michael Olise, Ousmane Dembele, Bradley Barcola; Kylian Mbappe.Head coach: Didier Deschamps. Iraq’s confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Ahmed Basil; Hussein Ali, Zaid Tahseen, Akam Hashem, Merchas Doski; Amir Al Ammari, Zaid Ismail; Ibrahim Bayesh, Zidane Iqbal, Ahmed Qasem; Aymen Hussein.Head coach: Graham Arnold.
Full preview of Iraq for the 2026 World Cup, including squad breakdown, key players, and tactical analysis of their chances. Iraq returns to the global stage for the first time since 1986. They secured their spot after a dramatic intercontinental playoff victory over Bolivia in Mexico. Ranked 57th globally, the Lions of Mesopotamia face a challenging group stage but bring immense resilience and national pride to the global tournament. As one of the final FIFA World Cup 2026 teams to qualify, they represent the ultimate underdog story. This World Cup 2026 team preview breaks down the Iraq 2026 World Cup squad, examines head coach Graham Arnold’s impact, highlights Iraq key players, and explores the tactical setup that makes them a difficult opponent to break down. Team profile CategoryDetailCoachGraham ArnoldNicknameUsood al-Rafidayn (Lions of Mesopotamia)FIFA ranking57thConfederationAFCGroupGroup IBest tournament resultGroup stageTournament appearances2Last appearance1986 How Iraq play The Iraq tactical analysis reveals a team built on defensive solidity and disciplined structure. The Iraq formation is primarily organized around a resilient defensive shape that aims to frustrate superior opponents. During their grueling 21-game qualification journey, they lost only three matches, showcasing a deep commitment to collective defending and absorbing pressure. In possession, the Lions of Mesopotamia do not rely on dominating the ball. Against Bolivia, they managed just 32% possession but proved highly clinical in transition. They look to absorb opponent attacks and launch rapid counter-attacks, utilizing the pace and directness of their forwards to create scoring opportunities. Aymen Hussein serves as a traditional target man, holding up play to relieve defensive pressure and bringing dynamic midfielders like Zidane Iqbal into the attack. Opponents will likely target their lack of top-level European experience, forcing them to defend deep in their own half for long stretches. However, this pragmatic approach makes them a frustrating side to play against. This disciplined tactical foundation will be essential if they hope to secure a positive result against elite competition this summer. Graham Arnold: The coach behind Iraq Graham Arnold took charge of the national team in May 2025 during the third round of qualification. The veteran Australian Iraq coach brings significant international experience to the role, having previously guided his native Australia to the knockout rounds of the 2022 tournament in Qatar. Arnold has implemented a pragmatic, results-driven philosophy that emphasizes defensive organization and mental toughness. Under his leadership, the squad has been highly effective, losing just three of his first 13 competitive matches while conceding only 0.77 goals per game. He is widely respected by his players for fostering a strong team spirit and navigating a demanding qualification path. His proven ability to organize underdog sides in major tournaments could be a crucial factor for the team as they face world-class opposition in North America. Key player: Ali Al-Hamadi While the roster lacks extensive top-flight European experience, Ali Al-Hamadi stands out as a vital attacking asset. The Luton Town forward provides the pace and clinical finishing required to execute the team’s counter-attacking strategy effectively. Al-Hamadi enters the showcase of international soccer teams 2026 with a proven track record of delivering in crucial moments. He scored the decisive goals against Bolivia to secure tournament qualification on April 1, 2026, and has netted five times in his first 17 international appearances. His dynamic movement complements the physical presence of Aymen Hussein, giving the attack a much-needed outlet when defending deep. If Al-Hamadi were to miss time with an injury, the squad would lose its primary transitional threat, severely limiting their ability to relieve pressure against dominant opponents. Iraq’
“It is going to be a dream come true and I cannot wait,” Zidane Iqbal tells Sky Sports. He is going to the World Cup and is understandably excited. The former Manchester United midfielder has helped Iraq qualify for the first time in 40 years.
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