Iraq Football Federation Holds Elections in Baghdad Ahead of World Cup Push

The Iraq Football Federation is holding elections in Baghdad today at a pivotal moment after the national team’s success in securing qualification for the 2026 World Cup. The vote is expected to shape the next phase of preparations for the tournament and wider efforts to improve football infrastructure. FIFA and AFC representatives have arrived in Baghdad to oversee the election process. The presence of the two governing bodies underscores the significance of the vote for Iraq’s football administration. The presidential race includes incumbent Adnan Dargal, legendary footballer Younis Mahmoud and former normalization committee chief Iyad Binyan. The contest will determine who leads the federation through the next period of international competition and domestic development. The election committee said some clubs under interim administrations will not be allowed to vote. That decision is expected to affect the composition of the electorate as the federation selects its new leadership.