Iraq's World Cup Dream: Arnold Faces Monumental Challenge
Iraq's World Cup qualification 'one of the toughest jobs in the world' - Arnold - ESPN

Graham Arnold faces what is arguably the biggest challenge of his coaching career on Tuesday as he attempts to guide Iraq to their first World Cup in 40 years.
Graham Arnold takes the helm of Iraq's national football team with an ambitious goal: securing their first World Cup qualification in four decades. The Australian coach acknowledges the immense difficulty ahead, calling it one of the toughest assignments in world football. Success would represent a historic achievement for the nation's sports program.
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