The West Asians edged Jordan 1-0 to top Group B, but head coach Marcos Soares knows his side\u2019s time in the spotlight will be under threat when they face five-time champions Iraq.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur analysis of Jordan was spot on, and we expected a tough game,\u201d he said. \u201cIraq are also a physical side and prefer counter-attacks, and will be as challenging as our opener.<\/p>\n
\u201cBut if we win, we will have a strong chance of qualifying for the knockout stage.\u201d<\/p>\n
An Aymen Luay strike gave Iraq the lead against DPR Korea in their opening tie, but the 2023 runners-up allowed their opponents to claw their way back to close with a 1-1 draw. <\/p>\n
Head coach Imad Mohammed believes his side will be in for their toughest battle yet against Saudi Arabia.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are in a strong group, and we will not know who will qualify until the last match,\u201d he said. \u201cBut we watched the match between Saudi Arabia and a strong Jordan, and I think our game against Saudi Arabia will be the most difficult of the tournament.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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