Iraq claim Asian Cup

Iraq have won the Asian Cup after beating Saudi Arabia 1-0 in the final in Jakarta.

A 71st-minute header from Younes Mahmoud earned the Iraqis their first AFC title at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium.

The 24-year-old striker converted Hawar Mulla Mohammed’s corner to give the war-torn nation the trophy and end Saudi Arabia’s hopes of a record-breaking fourth continental title.

The Iraqi team were forced to prepare for the tournament outside their homeland as a result of the continuing security situation.