Graham Arnold will wait until after the World Cup to decide his coaching future after masterminding Iraq's qualification for their first tournament in 40 years.
The Australian, who turns 63 in August, claims he had no intention of retiring from management after guiding the Lions of Mesopotamia to this year's World Cup in North America.
As preparations begin for Iraq's first World Cup appearance since 1986, Arnold has already been casting his eye over dual-eligible players to strengthen his squad for group stage matches with France, Norway and Senegal.