Iraq
Republic of Iraq
FIFA Rank:#55Group:I
Team Summary
Iraq is competing in Group I of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Under AFC confederation, they are scheduled to play three group stage matches starting on the first week of the tournament.
Iraq Match Schedule
Match 18GROUPGroup I
Iraq1 - 4
FINALNorway
2026-06-16Local: 18:00
Gillette StadiumBoston
Match 42GROUPGroup I
France3 - 0
FINALIraq
2026-06-22Local: 17:00
Lincoln Financial FieldPhiladelphia
Match 62GROUPGroup I
Senegal5 - 0
FINALIraq
2026-06-26Local: 15:00
BMO FieldToronto
Tactical Profile & Squad Strength
Employs a disciplined, physical 4-4-2, looking to deny central lanes and utilize direct aerial crosses to strikers.
Strengths
- Highly physical style of play
- Excellent defensive determination
- Great tactical discipline
Weaknesses
- Lack of individual creative depth
- Difficulty in high-possession games
- Set-piece defense
World Cup History
Iraq qualified for their sole World Cup appearance in 1986 in Mexico.
FAQ: Iraq National Team
Iraq plays their opening match on 2026-06-16 against NORWAY.
Related World Cup Coverage
⚽Group I Table & Results⚽Group I Scenarios⚽Iraq Next Match Info⚽Iraq Route to Final⚽Iraq Qualification Scenarios⚽How to Watch Iraq Live⚽Preview: Group I Matchday 1 fixture.⚽Preview: Group I Matchday 2 fixture.⚽Preview: Group I Matchday 3 fixture.