The exclusion of the outstanding Duhok player, Haroun Ahmed, from the national team list for the matches against South Korea and Jordan has generated a wide wave of interaction on social media, especially since the player is considered one of the standout stars of the current football season.

In the first official comment, Duhok's account posted a brief message stating:

"Haroun Ahmed, the best in the Gulf Championship, sends you greetings," indicating the club's clear astonishment at the exclusion decision, especially after the impressive performance the player delivered during the Gulf Clubs Cup, which Duhok won.

For his part, Haroun Ahmed expressed his full respect for the coaching staff's choices, affirming his constant readiness to serve the nation, as he stated in a comment to Al-Kora Exhibition:

"I have said before, and I repeat now: if I am chosen for the national team list, I am ready; and if I am not chosen, I will remain the first supporter of the national team, and I sincerely hope that we qualify for the World Cup."

It is worth noting that Haroun is considered one of the top midfield players in the Iraqi Premier League this season, and he has directly contributed to Duhok's prominence both locally and in the Gulf region, making his exclusion a topic of debate among sports circles.