Spain and Iraq Level at Half-Time After First-Half Goals

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Spain and Iraq Level at Half-Time After First-Half Goals

Ferran Torres gave Spain a 16th-minute lead, but Iraq hit back before half-time through Merchas Doski to make it 1-1 in the friendly. Spain had early control and looked set to build momentum, yet Iraq stayed composed, found space in transition and punished their chance in the 27th minute to keep the game wide open.

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