Iraq defeated India 5-4 on penalties after a 2-2 draw in regulation time in their opening match of the King's Cup on Thursday.

The match was a closely contested affair, with both teams creating chances.

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Iraq took the lead in the 20th minute through Mohanad Ali, but India equalized through Manvir Singh in the 38th minute.

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Iraq went ahead again in the 55th minute through Ali Adnan, but India equalized again in the 80th minute through Sahal Abdul Samad.

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The match went to penalties, and Iraq converted all five of their penalties, while India missed one.

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The win gives Iraq a good start to their campaign in the King's Cup. They will next face Thailand on Sunday.

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– 20': Mohanad Ali gives Iraq the lead.

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– 38': Manvir Singh equalizes for India.

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– 55': Ali Adnan puts Iraq ahead again.

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– 80': Sahal Abdul Samad equalizes for India.

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– Penalties: Iraq win 5-4.

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