Al-Halbousi honors Iraq’s veterans team with pistols after Gulf title win

Haibet al-Halbousi honored Iraq’s veterans football team on Monday, presenting its players with pistols in recognition of their Gulf championship victory and for bringing joy to Iraqi fans, Shafaq News Agency reported.

The Iraqi team clinched the title last Thursday after beating Saudi Arabia 4-3 on penalties in the final, which was held in Qatar, to retain its title.