Prediction: France vs Iraq – FIFA World Cup – 22/06/2026
Preview
France will face Iraq in a highly anticipated match at the FIFA World Cup on 22nd June 2026. The game will take place at 8pm UK time, with both teams looking to make a strong impression in the tournament. France currently sits at the top of the table with 10 points from 3 games, while Iraq ranks 12th with 4 points from 3 games.
France has been in excellent form, with four wins and one draw in their last five games. They have been particularly impressive, with a 3-1 victory over Senegal and a 3-1 win over Northern Ireland standing out. They have also shown resilience, coming from behind to win 3-2 against Colombia and 2-1 against Brazil. In contrast, Iraq has struggled, with two defeats and three draws in their last five games. They did manage a 2-1 win over Bolivia, but it was not enough to stem the tide of their poor form.
Iraq's last five games have been a mixed bag, with a 1-4 defeat to Norway and a 0-2 loss to Venezuela being particularly disappointing. They have shown some spirit, however, with a 0-1 defeat to Andorra and a 1-1 draw with Spain. Despite their struggles, Iraq will be looking to cause an upset against France and make a statement in the tournament.
France
Fulltime Result
Iraq
home
73.2%
draw
18.55%
away
8.22%
France will host Iraq on 22/06/2026 in the FIFA World Cup. Our experts believe that France will emerge victorious, given their impressive form in recent matches. In their last five games, France has shown a strong run, with three wins and two draws. They have been unbeaten in their last five matches, with a slight advantage in their favour. Their recent victories include a 3-1 win over Senegal in the FIFA World Cup, a 3-1 win over Northern Ireland in a friendly international, and a 2-1 win over Colombia in another friendly international. They have also had a draw against Côte d'Ivoire in a friendly international and a 2-1 win over Brazil in a friendly international.
Iraq, on the other hand, has struggled in their last five games, with two losses and three draws. They have lost 1-4 to Norway in the FIFA World Cup and 0-2 to Venezuela in a friendly international. They have also drawn 1-1 against Spain in a friendly international and 0-1 against Andorra in another friendly international. They have had a 2-1 win over Bolivia in the WC Qualification Intercontinental Playoffs.
Our experts believe that France's strong recent form and their slight advantage in the match will give them a clear edge over Iraq. France's key players, such as Kylian Mbappé and Olivier Giroud, are in good shape and have been performing well in recent matches. However, there is no information available on any key players who will miss the game for either team.
As for rumors, there have been none circulating about this match.
In the FIFA World Cup, France will be looking to continue their winning streak and advance to the next round. Iraq, on the other hand, will be hoping to cause an upset and secure a historic win. Our experts believe that France's strong form and experience will give them the edge they need to win this match.
France
Both Teams To Score
Iraq
yes
35.95%
no
64.05%
Our experts believe that there is a low probability of both teams scoring in the match between France and Iraq. In the last five games, France scored a total of 10 goals, while Iraq found the net 9 times. Based on recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
France
Over/Under
Iraq
Over 1.5
yes
72.17%
no
27.83%
Over 2.5
yes
47.85%
no
52.15%
Over 3.5
yes
27.05%
no
72.95%
Over 4.5
yes
18.74%
no
81.26%
Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 1.5 Probability goals in the game between France and Iraq. In the last five games, France scored a total of 22 goals, while Iraq scored 14 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Recent form
France
Wins
5/6 (83.33%)
Draws
0/6 (0%)
Losses
1/6 (16.67%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 3.67
Both score 100%
Goals scored 2.5
Goals conceded 1.17
Over 2,5 100
Less 2,5 0
WC Qualification Europe - 16/11/2025
Friendly International - 04/06/2026
Friendly International - 08/06/2026
Iraq
Wins
1/6 (16.67%)
Draws
1/6 (16.67%)
Losses
4/6 (66.67%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 2.33
Both score 50%
Goals scored 0.67
Goals conceded 1.67
Over 2,5 33.33
Less 2,5 66.67
WC Qualification Intercontinental Playoffs - 01/04/2026
Friendly International - 10/06/2026
Latest news and statistics from France
France, currently ranked 5th in the world, has been preparing intensively for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. After their impressive performance in the last five games, they have accumulated 10 points from a possible 15. Their recent form has been nothing short of exceptional, with a 3-1 victory over Senegal in the FIFA World Cup, followed by a 3-1 win against Northern Ireland in a friendly international match. Although they suffered a 1-2 defeat against Côte d'Ivoire in another friendly, they bounced back strongly with a 3-1 win over Colombia and a 2-1 victory over Brazil. This consistent display of skill and determination has left many analysts suggesting that France is well-prepared for the challenges ahead. As the team gears up for the 2nd round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Iraq, they will be looking to maintain their unbeaten streak. With a slight advantage in terms of experience and skill, France is expected to come out on top. However, Iraq's recent performances have shown that they are a force to be reckoned with, and France will need to be at their best to secure a win. Our experts believe that France's recent form and experience will give them the edge they need to progress to the next round.Latest news and statistics from Iraq
Iraq prepares to face France in the second round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, having secured 2 points after their first game. The team's recent form is a cause for concern, with a 1-4 loss to Norway in their last outing in the FIFA World Cup. This defeat came after a string of friendly internationals, where Iraq struggled to find their footing, drawing 1-1 with Spain and losing 0-2 to Venezuela, as well as suffering a 0-1 defeat to Andorra. In their previous match, Iraq managed a 2-1 victory over Bolivia in the WC Qualification Intercontinental Playoffs. The team's inconsistent performance raises questions about their ability to compete against top-tier teams like France.
Where to watch France X Iraq ?
France
latest line-ups
Iraq
Lineup
16.
Mike Maignan
5.
Jules Koundé
4.
Dayot Upamecano
17.
William Saliba
19.
Theo Hernández
8.
Aurélien Tchouaméni
14.
Adrien Rabiot
11.
Michael Olise
7.
Ousmane Dembélé
20.
Désiré Doué
10.
Kylian Mbappé
Lineup
Jalal Hassan
12.
Hussein Ali
3.
Zaid Tahseen
4.
Akam Hashem
5.
Merchas Doski
23.
Ibrahim Bayesh
8.
Zaid Ismail
24.
Amir Al-Ammari
16.
Ali Jasim
17.
Aymen Hussein
18.
Ali Al-Hamadi
9.
Bench
1.
Brice Samba
2.
Malo Gusto
3.
Lucas Digne
6.
Manu Koné
9.
Marcus Thuram
12.
Bradley Barcola
13.
N'Golo Kanté
15.
Ibrahima Konaté
18.
Warren Zaïre-Emery
21.
Lucas Hernández
22.
Jean-Philippe Mateta
23.
Robin Risser
24.
Rayan Cherki
25.
Maghnes Akliouche
26.
Maxence Lacroix
Bench
Fahad Talib
1.
Rebin Sulaka
2.
Manaf Younis
6.
Youssef Amyn
7.
Mohanad Ali
10.
Ahmed Qasem
11.
Ali Yousif
13.
Zidane Iqbal
14.
Ahmed Hasan
15.
Kevin Yakob
19.
Aimar Sher
20.
Marko Farji
21.
Ahmed Basil Fadhil
22.
Mustafa Saadoon
25.
Frans Dhia Putros
26.
Standings France x Iraq
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Group E Group Stage
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Group C Group Stage
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team: team
P: played
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D: draws
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GF: goals for
GA: goals against
GD: goal difference
Pts: points
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France vs Iraq FAQ
France vs Iraq when?
The match between France and Iraq will take place on 22/06/2026. Don't miss this great game and the chance to bet on it!
France vs Iraq what time?
The game between France and Iraq will start at 22:00 Brasília time on 22/06/2026.
France vs Iraq who won?
We don't know who will win the duel between France and Iraq, and that's why we love football. However, our experts believe that betting on the victory of team France can be a moderate risk choice.