Pablo Granander, the former assistant coach of Iraq within the Spanish team under Jesus Casas, expressed his excitement to follow the anticipated encounter between Iraq and Bolivia in the final of the global playoff qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, describing the meeting as decisive and crucial, awaited by everyone.

Granander said: "I am excited to watch the Iraq and Bolivia match; it is a decisive encounter that will be the culmination of years of work. Ninety minutes, or perhaps one hundred and twenty, separate us from achieving the dream."

He added: "The match will undoubtedly be difficult because Bolivia is a strong and tough opponent, and in such appointments, tactics, physical and mental readiness, and high spirit are the decisive elements."

He explained: "In any case, I believe that the Iraqis have something special in these encounters; you fight like beasts, and I am sure you will show your true character. I wish you all the best and hope to see you in the World Cup."