Four-nation tournament in Basra featuring Iraq, Iran, Lebanon, and Palestine

Next month, all eyes will be on the Iraqi city of Basra, where a friendly four-nation tournament featuring Iraq, Lebanon, Palestine, and Iran is set to take place from November 9 to 17.

The tournament is part of the preparations for the participating national teams ahead of upcoming challenges, including the AFC Asian Cup, which will see the participation of Iraq, Iran, and Palestine.

The tournament is expected to provide an important opportunity for coaches to test player readiness and assess their levels ahead of official competitions, as the date for continental commitments approaches.

The tournament in Basra is an important preparatory stop for the three teams participating in the AFC Asian Cup, while the Lebanon national team also benefits from facing strong Asian teams during the upcoming break.