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Oman fans arrive in Basra stadium hours ahead of 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifier

Oman’s football fans have descended on Basra stadium in full force, hours ahead of the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Iraq.

TAS News Service

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Thursday, September 5, 2024

MUSCAT : With flags flying high and hearts brimming with hope, Omani supporters have arrived at the Basra International Stadium to witness their team secure a vital victory.

Passion is palpable as Omani fans fill the stands, ready to back their beloved Red Warriors in their crucial clash against Iraq. The atmosphere is electric, with cheers, chants, and national flags creating a sea of red as Oman prepares to face the top finishers of Group F.

Both teams are now in Group B, alongside football heavyweights South Korea, Jordan, Kuwait, and Palestine. Bahrain already sealed their victory against Australia, with Japan crushing China, and South Korea settling for a draw with Palestine, the stakes couldn’t be higher as Oman looks to avenge their narrow 3-2 loss to Iraq in the 2023 Gulf Cup final.


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