Iraq defeats Kuwait 3-2 in dramatic Gulf Cup match

Iraq secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Kuwait in a Group A match of the 27th Arabian Gulf Cup in Jeddah. The match featured a highly volatile finish, including a 90th-minute equalizer by Kuwait’s Youssef Nasser and a red card for Abdulwahab Al Awadhi in stoppage time. Karrar Nabeel ultimately scored the winning goal for Iraq in the 99th minute.

The victory was followed by heated confrontations on the pitch between players from both teams. Iraqi midfielder Zidane Iqbal reported that he and his family were subjected to personal insults regarding his Pakistani heritage by opposing players and spectators. Iqbal addressed the abuse following the match, emphasizing his identity and religious unity.

With this win, Iraq moves to four points from two matches, strengthening their position in the tournament, while Kuwait remains without a point.