2026 World Cup intercontinental playoffs face possible setback as Iraq requests postponement from FIFA

The international playoffs for the 2026 World Cup scheduled for March could end up facing a setback as Iraq national team has issued a postponement request to FIFA.

The 2026 World Cup kicks off on June 11, with just six spots remaining in the 48-team field to be decided during the March international window in matches hosted across the United States, Mexico and Canada. But the playoff process has hit a significant snag, with Iraq formally requesting a postponement from FIFA.

The Iraqi...