Al Iraqia Sport

Al Iraqia Sport is the Iraqi state broadcaster's dedicated sports channel, and it's a fascinating window into a football-obsessed nation. The schedule leans heavily on domestic football: the Iraqi Premier League gets full coverage, with live matches, pre-game shows, and lengthy post-match analysis that often runs 30 minutes past the final whistle. Commentary is pure Iraqi Arabic, passionate, sometimes raw, and refreshingly different from the polished pan-Arab broadcasters like beIN. Expect the pundits to argue loudly, not politely. International coverage exists but isn't the priority, you'll get Champions League highlights delayed, occasional friendly tournaments, and big FIFA events when the rights are cheap. Production quality is modest: single-camera for smaller games, basic graphics, occasional audio sync issues. But that roughness gives it character. It's not trying to compete with Qatar's beIN; it's serving a local audience that wants to see its own players on screen. A great channel for Iraqi diaspora who want to watch Al Iraqia Sport live and reconnect with home football. For neutrals, it's a raw, unfiltered alternative to the glossy sports channels.