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World Cup 2026 · Group I · FIFA #57
Iraq
- Group
- I
- FIFA Rank
- #57
- Pot
- 4
- Formation
- 4-3-3
Group I · Pre-tournament line
Sorted by Pot then FIFA ranking. Click any opponent for their team page.
| # | Team | FIFA | Pot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇫🇷 France | #1 | 1 |
| 2 | 🇸🇳 Senegal | #14 | 2 |
| 3 | 🇳🇴 Norway | #31 | 2 |
| 4 | 🇮🇶 Iraq | #57 | 4 |
Iraq's World Cup 2026 fixtures
All three group-stage matches with venue, kickoff time and broadcast routing.
Matchday 1 · 22:00 UTC
🇮🇶 Iraq vs 🇳🇴 Norway
Boston Stadium (Gillette Stadium)
· Foxborough · capacity 65,000 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Norway's team page →
Matchday 2 · 21:00 UTC
🇫🇷 France vs 🇮🇶 Iraq
Philadelphia Stadium (Lincoln Financial Field)
· Philadelphia · capacity 67,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See France's team page →
Matchday 3 · 19:00 UTC
🇸🇳 Senegal vs 🇮🇶 Iraq
Toronto Stadium (BMO Field)
· Toronto · capacity 45,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Senegal's team page →
Tactical snapshot
Formation
4-3-3 ↔ 4-4-2 in compact defending
Pivot
Amir Al-Ammari
Attacking focus
Aymen Hussein · Mohanad Ali
Identity
Arnold-led AFC playoff seeded side with attacking transitions
Key players
Aymen Hussein
Mohanad Ali
Ali Adnan
Amir Al-Ammari
Iraq at the World Cup
| First appearance | Total appearances | Best finish |
|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 2 (incl. 2026) | Group stage |
How to watch Iraq
United States: FOX · Telemundo
Home market: Iraqiya Sport
For the full broadcast schedule see our Match Centre →.
Iraq World Cup 2026 — FAQ
When does Iraq play their first World Cup 2026 match?
Iraq's tournament begins Jun 16, 2026 against Norway at Boston Stadium, Foxborough (22:00 UTC).
Who is Iraq's coach at World Cup 2026?
Graham Arnold.
What group is Iraq in at the 2026 World Cup?
Group I with France, Senegal, Norway.
What is Iraq's FIFA ranking heading into the 2026 World Cup?
#57 in the April 2026 FIFA Men's World Ranking, drawn into Pot 4.
Has Iraq ever reached a World Cup Group stage?
Iraq's best finish is Group stage. They have appeared at 2 World Cups including 2026.
Who is Iraq's captain at World Cup 2026?
Aymen Hussein.
Where can I watch Iraq's World Cup 2026 matches?
FOX · Telemundo in the United States; Iraqiya Sport in Iraq.