Iraq defeated Andorra 1-0 in an international friendly on Friday at Estadi Montilivi in Girona, Spain.
Iraqi forward Ali Yousif scored the only goal in the 20th minute, securing a victory for the Lions of Mesopotamia in their final preparation match before facing stronger opposition. The result provided valuable match practice as Iraq builds momentum ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Ali Yousif strike came from a clinical finish after sustained early pressure. Iraq controlled much of the first half through superior possession and attacking intent, while the second half saw a more defensive approach as they protected the lead against Andorra’s limited responses, resulting in a professional away win.
Iraq, ranked 57th by FIFA, enters the 2026 World Cup as Group I participants having recently qualified. The team sits with a positive recent record in friendlies and qualifiers. This victory maintains their solid form with a clean sheet and improves their goal difference in preparatory games.25
Iraq faces Spain on June 4 in another international friendly.