🇫🇷VS

France vs Iraq

Mon, Jun 22, 5:00 PM ET  ·  FOX / FS1 / Telemundo

Group Stage · MD2 · Group I · Philadelphia Stadium

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🔥 France faces Iraq test

France looks to build on their 3-1 win over Senegal, while Iraq seeks their first win after a 1-4 loss to Norway. This match is crucial for both teams in Group I. France's strong squad will be put to the test against Iraq's determined team.

France

🏆France won the 2018 World Cup
📈Currently ranked 2nd in FIFA
👥Led by experienced coach Didier Deschamps
🏟️Playing in the 2026 World Cup in the USA
Kylian Mbappé
forward · Paris Saint-Germain
Star striker
Antoine Griezmann
forward · Atlético Madrid
Skilled playmaker
Paul Pogba
midfielder · Juventus
Talented midfielder
Hugo Lloris
goalkeeper · Tottenham Hotspur
Experienced keeper

Iraq

🔥Iraq making their first World Cup appearance since 1986
📉Currently ranked 70th in FIFA
👊Looking for their first World Cup win
🏟️Playing in the 2026 World Cup in the USA
Mohammed Dawood
forward · Al-Shorta
Iraqi league star
Ali Faez
defender · Al-Shorta
Experienced defender
Ibrahim Bayesh
midfielder · Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya
Skilled midfielder
Jalal Hassan
goalkeeper · Al-Zawraa
Talented keeper

Tale of the tape

3
France's WC wins
1
Iraq's WC appearances
48
teams in WC2026
4
goals scored by France vs Senegal

🎙️ Historic debut

Iraq is making their first World Cup appearance in 40 years, a historic moment for the team and their fans.