FIFA has given Iraq soccer officials an extra year in office to prepare for elections, after a sectarian dispute meant the federation missed a deadline to vote for new leaders.
Monday's decision lifts the threat of Iraq being suspended from world soccer and allows the national team to prepare to defend its Asian Cup title next January.
"This is the best solution to be adopted," Iraqi Football Association secretary general Tariq Ahmed told the Associated Press. "We have many activities to take part in. If sanctions had been taken, all these rights will be gone."
FIFA's emergency committee
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