Iraq defeats Kuwait 3-2 in dramatic Gulf Cup clash
Iraq edged Kuwait 3-2 in a thrilling match at the 27th Arabian Gulf Cup in Jeddah, securing a crucial win in the group stage.
In a dramatic clash at the 27th Arabian Gulf Cup in Jeddah, Iraq emerged victorious over Kuwait with a 3-2 scoreline, securing a crucial group stage win. The first half remained goalless as both teams fought evenly, with neither able to capitalize on their opportunities. Zidane Iqbal gave Iraq the lead in the 52nd minute, but Youssef Nasser leveled the score for Kuwait via a penalty in the 75th minute.
Saif Rasheed restored Iraq's advantage in the 83rd minute, and despite Nasser's equalizing strike in the 90th minute, Karrar Nabil secured the win for Iraq in stoppage time with a decisive goal in the 90+9th minute. The win propelled Iraq to four points, while Kuwait remained level at one point heading into the final round of group stage matches.
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