It’s interesting to note the developments in the coaching staff of the Iraq national football team. While Diego Maradona was initially rumored to be interested in the position, Hakeem Shakir was ultimately named as the coach, according to the announcement by the Asian Football Federation (AFC).
Hakeem Shakir had been serving as the acting head of the team since the resignation of the Brazilian coach Zico in November. The challenge ahead for Shakir will be to guide the Iraq national team in their efforts to qualify for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.
Iraq has a notable football history, and winning the Asian Cup in 2007 was a significant achievement for the national team. The role of the coach is crucial in shaping the team’s strategy and performance on the international stage.
Football fans will likely be following Iraq’s journey in the World Cup qualifiers under Hakeem Shakir’s leadership, and it will be interesting to see how the team progresses under his guidance.
