Iraq Holds Top Spot with Victory Over Hong Kong

Iraq maintained its top position by winning 1-0 against Hong Kong in Manama during the second round of the Asian qualifiers for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Iraq benefited from an own goal by Fung Hing Wah in the 11th minute, raising their points total to 17 from seven matches, leading Group C by two points over Iran, which crushed Cambodia 10-0 today. Bahrain has 12 points, compared to five points for Hong Kong and one point for Cambodia. Iraq will play against Iran in the final round on Tuesday. Only the group leaders and the best five second-placed teams from eight groups will qualify for the final round of the qualifiers.