Peter Gorkis, the winger of the Iraqi national team and Dohuk club, continues to make his mark in the training sessions of the Lions of Mesopotamia currently held in Monterrey, Mexico, as part of the preparation program for the intercontinental playoff match qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. The presence of the 24-year-old player is not limited to the technical side only, but extends to the moral side, as he contributes to creating a cheerful and cohesive atmosphere among his teammates.

Gorkis is considered one of the most prominent names in the Iraqi Stars League this season, as he has caught attention with his remarkable performances despite his primary position being the right winger. In 22 matches with Dohuk, he scored 11 goals and assisted 4 others, numbers that reflect his offensive impact and ability to be decisive in the final third of the field.

According to sources close to the camp, Gorkis is known for his light-heartedness and cheerful spirit that never leaves him during training sessions and side meetings, and he has good relations with his teammates whether they are local league players or professionals abroad. This harmony positively reflects on the group's dynamics and provides the technical staff with a calmer and more focused working environment before the anticipated match.

Gorkis's value does not stop at the moral side, as many inside the camp see that his recent levels with Dohuk make him a candidate to be an influential element in the playoff confrontation, thanks to his strong shots and ability to score in critical moments. The player has become the focus of followers' attention, with increasing talk about the possibility of giving him a larger role in the lineup.

Estimates indicate that Gorkis's chances of getting minutes during the awaited match seem large, given his physical and technical readiness, in addition to the current competition for the winger position with Ibrahim Baish and Hassan Abdul Karim (Kokiya). This competition provides coach Graham Arnold with wider options and pushes all players to raise the pace of training to prove their right to participate.

Camp sources confirm that internal competition contributes to raising the level of focus, as each player seeks to convince the technical staff before the crucial encounter. Additionally, the defensive roles that Gorkis offers, and his commitment to tactical duties, enhance his stock with the technical staff, especially in playoff matches that are decided by small details.

Although Gorkis did not get many opportunities at the beginning of his journey with Arnold, who relied on names like Youssef Amin, Ibrahim Baish, and Hassan Abdul Karim in the right-wing position, the recent performances he presented with Dohuk prompted the technical staff to re-evaluate the available options, opening the door for broader participation in the upcoming entitlement.

It is noteworthy that the Iraqi Football Association had completed the procedures for transferring the player's file from the Swedish Federation, making him available to represent the Iraqi national teams, after previously representing the age group teams in Sweden. Gorkis played his first match with Iraq in November 2024, and since then he continues to work to cement his place within the Lions of Mesopotamia's list.