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Aymen Hussein scores for Iraq at World Cup 2026 amid immigration concerns

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 11:20 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Aymen Hussein scores for Iraq at World Cup 2026 amid immigration concerns
Summary

Aymen Hussein scored Iraq's first goal during their World Cup 2026 match in Foxborough, equalizing against Norway after Erling Haaland opened the scoring. Hussein's entry into the United States was marked by extensive questioning and scrutiny at O’Hare airport, where he faced seven hours of interrogation before being allowed entry. His goal comes as a highlight in a troubled journey, having lost his father at a young age and overcoming significant obstacles to lead the Iraq national team to its first World Cup since 1986. The match is currently ongoing.

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  • •Aymen Hussein scored Iraq's first goal at World Cup 2026.
  • •Iraq is competing in its first World Cup since 1986.
  • •Hussein underwent seven hours of immigration questioning in Chicago.
  • •The match against Norway is currently underway.
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The Iraq striker has overcome tragedy to lead his nation and faced a challenging time entering the USA due to intense questioning

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