The enthusiasm and optimism back home will increase the pressure on the Iraq team ahead of the showdown with twice Asian champions South Korea, with the players hoping to bring some much-needed relief to their chaotic homeland.
Goalkeeper Noor Sabri Abbas said the players were aware of the football fever gripping their country after contacting friends and relatives.
"We really want to do well for the people of Iraq," he said.
"We have a really good chance to make history for Iraqi football and the whole country is behind us."
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