A win remains elusive for the Philippines in the joint qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, and 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers.

The Philippine National Men's Football Team suffered a 5-0 romp at the hands of Iraq on Tuesday, March 26, at the Rizal Memorial Sports Stadium.

The Filipinos never recovered after a brace by Aymen Hussein, and a goal by Amir Al Ammari allowed the visitors to end the first half with a 3-0 lead.

Zidane Iqbal and Zaid Tahseen also contributed to the goal spree that secured the fourth win of the Iraqis in their last four games