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Iraq is planning to host Gulf Cup soccer tournament

Adnan Dirjal, Iraq's minister of youth and sports, has gotten the ministry to promote health and fitness and is spearheading the nation's bid to host the 25th Arab Gulf Cup in Basra.
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BAGHDAD — Iraq's national soccer team defeated Kuwait 2-1 on Jan. 27 in an international friendly match at Al-Nakhlah stadium in the Iraqi province of Basra.

Now Iraq is hoping it will win final approval to host the upcoming 25th edition of the Arab Gulf Cup tournament.

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