Iraq claim world title in Antalya following a 1–1 draw, while Russia secure third place with victory over Qatar.
IMF MEDIA OFFICE – ANTALYA
November 7, 2026
ANTALYA, Türkiye — Iraq have been crowned champions of the 2026 International Minifootball Federation (IMF) World Cup after defeating Libya in a dramatic penalty shootout following a 1–1 draw in the final, held on Friday, November 6, in the Turkish city of Antalya.
The highly anticipated final brought together two determined Arab national teams in a thrilling contest for international minifootball’s most prestigious title.
Neither side could secure victory during regulation time, with the match ending in a 1–1 draw and the championship ultimately being decided by a penalty shootout.
Iraq held their nerve from the penalty spot to secure the world title, bringing a memorable conclusion to their World Cup campaign.
Libya Finish as World Cup Runners-Up
Despite narrowly missing out on the championship, Libya concluded the tournament as runners-up after another impressive appearance on the international stage.
The Libyan national team, which also finished second in the 2023 edition, once again demonstrated its ability to compete at the highest level of international minifootball.
Russia Claim Third Place After Defeating Qatar
In the third-place playoff, defending 2023 champions Russia secured the bronze-medal position after defeating Qatar.
The result saw Russia finish third in the 2026 edition, while Qatar completed the tournament in fourth place.
IMF World Cup 2026 – Final Standings
| Position | National Team |
|---|---|
| 🥇 Champions | Iraq |
| 🥈 Runners-Up | Libya |
| 🥉 Third Place | Russia |
| 4th Place | Qatar |
Antalya 2026 Concludes with Historic Iraqi Triumph
The conclusion of the IMF World Cup 2026 marks a significant achievement for Iraqi minifootball, with the national team emerging victorious in a championship that brought together international competitors in Antalya.
The tournament, held under the supervision of the International Minifootball Federation, further highlighted the competitive strength of Arab national teams, with Iraq and Libya contesting the final and Qatar securing a place among the top four.
Iraq’s triumph provides a memorable finale to the 2026 championship and another milestone in the continued development of minifootball on the international stage.
International Minifootball Federation (IMF)
Official Media Office – Antalya, Türkiye
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