Iraq wins Asian Cup

Inspired Iraq claims Asian Cup crown

Iraq won the Asian Cup for the first time Sunday, a beacon of hope for a nation divided by war.

Iraq’s 1-0 victory over Saudi Arabia on a 71st-minute header by captain Younis Mahmoud was an inspirational triumph for a team whose players straddle bitter and violent ethnic divides.

Congratulations!

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