On 23.06.2026, the World Cup will be lit up by a match between France and Iraq. With a strong track record, France is predicted to win. Our analysis provides everything you need to know to place a well-informed bet.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group I | |||||||
| 1 | Norway | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4/1 | 3 |
| 2 | France | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3/1 | 3 |
| 3 | Senegal | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1/3 | 0 |
| 4 | Iraq | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1/4 | 0 |
Key Player Statistics: France vs Iraq
France vs Iraq Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| World Cup | France | Senegal | 16.06.2026 | 3-1 |
| Friendlies | France | Northern Ireland | 08.06.2026 | 3-1 |
| Friendlies | France | Ivory Coast | 04.06.2026 | 1-2 |
| Friendlies | Colombia | France | 29.03.2026 | 1-3 |
| Friendlies | Brazil | France | 26.03.2026 | 1-2 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| World Cup | Iraq | Norway | 17.06.2026 | 1-4 |
| Friendlies | Iraq | Venezuela | 10.06.2026 | 0-2 |
| Friendlies | Spain | Iraq | 04.06.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies | Iraq | Andorra | 29.05.2026 | 1-0 |
| World Cup - Qualification Intercontinental Play-offs | Iraq | Bolivia | 01.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| World Cup - Qualification Asia | Iraq | United Arab Emirates | 18.11.2025 | 2-1 |
| World Cup - Qualification Asia | United Arab Emirates | Iraq | 13.11.2025 | 1-1 |
| World Cup - Qualification Asia | Saudi Arabia | Iraq | 14.10.2025 | 0-0 |
| World Cup - Qualification Asia | Iraq | Indonesia | 11.10.2025 | 1-0 |
| World Cup - Qualification Asia | Jordan | Iraq | 10.06.2025 | 0-1 |
Comparative Team Statistics: France VS Iraq
Last 20 Matches Statistics: France vs Iraq
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: France vs Iraq
France versus Iraq at the World Cup. On paper, this looks like a foregone conclusion. But football has a funny way of surprising us, so let's dig deeper into what the numbers actually tell us.
The odds say it all, really. France are priced at just 1.12 to win, making them one of the heaviest favourites you'll see at any World Cup. Iraq are out at 20.00. That's not a contest — that's a statement of intent from the bookmakers.
Here's what you need to watch for, though. France's recent form has been quietly convincing. They beat Northern Ireland 3-1, hammered Brazil 2-1 on the road, and even put three past Colombia away from home. The only blip? A 2-1 home defeat to Ivory Coast. That loss might have some people second-guessing, but don't be fooled by that single result. This French side is hitting their stride at exactly the right moment.
Iraq's story is more complicated. They earned their place here through a gruelling qualification campaign across Asia and a playoff victory over Bolivia. That's genuinely admirable. But their recent warmup results tell a worrying story — a 2-0 home loss to Venezuela just days before this game, followed by a modest 1-1 draw with Spain. They're not sharp going into this.
Here's a surprising pattern that caught my eye. Iraq struggled badly against top-tier Asian opposition. South Korea beat them twice during qualification. Now they're facing France. The step up in class is enormous.
Tactically, France's pressing and movement will suffocate Iraq's build-up play. Iraq's lone standout performer in the data, Akam Hashim, has managed just one goal in five matches. He'll have his hands full just staying on the pitch against a French defence operating at World Cup level.
From a betting perspective, the match result market offers little value at 1.12. Smart money looks elsewhere. France to score over 2.5 goals makes genuine sense given their attacking form. The Asian handicap with France giving a -2 goal start is worth serious consideration at likely generous odds. I'm also backing France to score in both halves — they've been relentless from start to finish recently.
My bold prediction: France win 4-0, with the game effectively over before half-time.
This World Cup group stage opener is less about whether France win and more about how emphatically they announce themselves to the tournament. Buckle up — this could be a statement of intent from one of the favourites for the whole competition.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O. Dembélé | France | 29 | Midfielder | 178 | 67 |
| A. Rabiot | France | 31 | Midfielder | 188 | 72 |
| Kylian Mbappé | France | 27 | Attacker | 178 | 75 |
| I. Konaté | France | 27 | Defender | 194 | 95 |
| D. Upamecano | France | 27 | Defender | 186 | 90 |
| A. Tchouaméni | France | 26 | Midfielder | 187 | 81 |
| N. Kanté | France | 35 | Midfielder | 168 | 68 |
| L. Digne | France | 32 | Defender | 178 | 74 |
| M. Olise | France | 24 | Midfielder | 184 | 76 |
| M. Lacroix | France | 26 | Defender | 190 | 88 |
| M. Thuram | France | 28 | Attacker | 192 | 90 |
| B. Samba | France | 32 | Goalkeeper | 187 | 90 |
| M. Maignan | France | 30 | Goalkeeper | 191 | 89 |
| T. Hernández | France | 28 | Defender | 184 | 81 |
| M. Gusto | France | 23 | Defender | 179 | 67 |
| P. Kalulu | France | 26 | Defender | 179 | 69 |
| L. Chevalier | France | 24 | Goalkeeper | 189 | 78 |
| H. Ekitike | France | 24 | Midfielder | 190 | 76 |
| M. Akliouche | France | 24 | Midfielder | 183 | 72 |
| D. Doué | France | 21 | Attacker | 181 | 79 |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masies Artien | Iraq | 32 | Defender | 188 cm | 86 kg |
| Mohanad Jeahze | Iraq | 29 | Defender | 179 | n/a |
| Ali Adnan | Iraq | 32 | Defender | 185 | 86 |
| Jalal Hassan Hachim | Iraq | 35 | Goalkeeper | 188 | 85 |
| Mohanad Ali | Iraq | 26 | Attacker | 182 | 76 |
| Mohammad Saleh | Iraq | 31 | Goalkeeper | 190 | 81 |
| Dhurgham Ismail | Iraq | 32 | Defender | 172 | n/a |
| A. Allée | France | 30 | Midfielder | 172 | 66 |
| Allan Mohideen | Iraq | 32 | Defender | 178 | 79 |
| Mustafa Nadhim | Iraq | 32 | Defender | 186 cm | 78 kg |
| Pashang Abdulla | Iraq | 32 | Attacker | 184 cm | n/a |
| A. Abbas | Norway | 27 | Midfielder | 173 cm | 67 kg |
| Mohammed Saleh | Iraq | 31 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Ahmad Farhan | Iraq | 25 | Midfielder | 176 | n/a |
| A. Hayder | Iraq | 20 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Mohammad Hassan | Iraq | 24 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| Abdulrazzaq Qasim | Iraq | 23 | Midfielder | 176 | n/a |
| Adam Talib | Iraq | 19 | Defender | 185 cm | n/a |
| Ahmed Yahia | Iraq | 25 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Mohammed Salih | Iraq | 32 | Goalkeeper | 185 cm | n/a |
France vs Iraq match odds
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