Iraq experiences rare unity through its World Cup participation

The Mesopotamian Lions, Iraq's football team, provide a rare moment of national unity despite their defeat to France in the 2026 World Cup.

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France, led by Kylian Mbappé and his two goals, wins the match played in the Boston area.

The tournament becomes a vehicle for social cohesion amid the country's historical divisions.

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