Graham Arnold’s team have overcome adversity on and off the pitch, but may benefit from the pressure being off them in a tough group

Graham Arnold’s side face uphill battle in one of the toughest groups with France, Senegal and Norway

Coach Graham Arnold and two key players speak to Al Jazeera ahead of Iraq's first World Cup appearance since 1986.

Graham Arnold’s team have overcome adversity on and off the pitch, but may benefit from the pressure being off them in a tough group