Prediction: France vs Iraq – FIFA World Cup – 22/06/2026

22 June 2026 - 22:00
22:00
FIFA World Cup
World
Preview
France will face Iraq in a FIFA World Cup match on Sunday, 22nd June 2026, at 8pm (English time). France currently sits at in the tournament table with points from games, while Iraq is ranked with points after matches. France has been in impressive form, securing four wins and one draw in their last five games. They convincingly defeated Senegal 3-1 in their last match, while also earning victories over Northern Ireland, Colombia, and Brazil. Their only defeat came against Côte d'Ivoire, but they have shown great resilience and determination throughout their recent performances. Iraq, on the other hand, has struggled to find consistency, with two wins, one draw, and two defeats in their last five games. They suffered a heavy defeat against Norway, losing 1-4, and also fell to Venezuela 0-2. However, they have shown glimpses of promise, particularly in their draw against Spain and their narrow victory over Bolivia. Both teams will be looking to make a strong impression in this match, and it promises to be an intense and exciting encounter.

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

Double Chance

Iraq
draw_home
91.75%
draw_away
26.77%
home_away
81.42%
Our statistical model recommends a Double Chance bet on France for the game against Iraq, considering this a moderate risk bet.

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 - 26/03/2026
Friendly International - 29/03/2026
Friendly International - 04/06/2026
Friendly International - 08/06/2026
World Cup - 16/06/2026
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
Arab Cup - 12/12/2025
WC Qualification Intercontinental Playoffs - 01/04/2026
2 - 1
Bolivia
Friendly International - 29/05/2026
Friendly International - 04/06/2026
Friendly International - 10/06/2026
0 - 2
Venezuela
World Cup - 16/06/2026

Latest news and statistics from France

France, currently ranked 5th in the world, has been preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a mix of impressive victories and narrow defeats. Their recent form has seen them secure three wins and two losses in their last five games. The team's performance in the FIFA World Cup has been particularly noteworthy, with a 3-1 victory over Senegal on June 22nd. However, they suffered a 1-2 defeat against Côte d'Ivoire in a friendly international match on June 4th. France's recent friendly matches have shown a promising level of skill and determination. Their 3-1 win over Northern Ireland on June 8th was a testament to their ability to dominate on the pitch. Additionally, their 2-1 victory over Brazil on June 26th showcased their capacity to perform under pressure. France's performance in the Friendly International match against Colombia on March 29th was also impressive, with a 3-1 win that highlighted their attacking prowess. As France prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, they will face Iraq in the second round. The team's recent form and performances suggest that they are well-equipped to handle the challenge. However, Iraq has also shown promise in their recent matches, and it remains to be seen how they will fare against the French team. The upcoming match is sure to be an exciting encounter, with both teams looking to make a strong impression on the world stage.

Latest news and statistics from Iraq

Iraq will face France in the second round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a match that promises to be an exciting encounter between two teams with different levels of experience and success. Iraq has been preparing for this moment, having gained valuable experience in their previous matches. In their last five games, Iraq has shown a mixed performance. They began with a disappointing loss to Norway in the FIFA World Cup, where they conceded four goals. However, they managed to bounce back with a victory over Bolivia in the WC Qualification Intercontinental Playoffs. Iraq then drew with Spain in a friendly international match, followed by a loss to Andorra and another loss to Venezuela. These results indicate that Iraq is still finding its footing and needs to work on its consistency. France, on the other hand, is a team with a rich history and a strong reputation in international football. They have a well-oiled machine, with a mix of experienced players and young talent. France will be looking to assert their dominance on the pitch and make a strong statement in the tournament. The stage is set for an intriguing match between Iraq and France. Iraq will need to draw upon their recent experiences and use them as a learning curve to improve their performance. France, meanwhile, will be looking to showcase their skills and continue their winning streak. The outcome of this match will be crucial in determining the fate of both teams in the tournament.

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

Group H Group Stage
.
No
team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
.
1
1
0
1
0
1
1
0
1
.
2
1
0
1
0
1
1
0
1
.
3
1
0
1
0
0
0
0
1
.
4
1
0
1
0
0
0
0
1
Group F Group Stage
.
No
team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
.
1
1
1
0
0
5
1
4
3
.
2
1
0
1
0
2
2
0
1
.
3
1
0
1
0
2
2
0
1
.
4
1
0
0
1
1
5
-4
0
Group D Group Stage
.
No
team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
.
1
2
2
0
0
6
1
5
6
.
2
2
1
0
1
2
2
0
3
.
3
2
1
0
1
2
4
-2
3
.
4
2
0
0
2
0
3
-3
0
Group B Group Stage
.
No
team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
.
1
2
1
1
0
7
1
6
4
.
2
2
1
1
0
5
2
3
4
.
3
2
0
1
1
2
5
-3
1
.
4
2
0
1
1
1
7
-6
1
Group A Group Stage
.
No
team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
.
1
2
2
0
0
3
0
3
6
.
2
2
1
0
1
2
2
0
3
.
3
2
0
1
1
2
3
-1
1
.
4
2
0
1
1
1
3
-2
1
Group I Group Stage
.
No
team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
.
1
1
1
0
0
4
1
3
3
.
2
1
1
0
0
3
1
2
3
.
3
1
0
0
1
1
3
-2
0
.
4
1
0
0
1
1
4
-3
0
Group G Group Stage
.
No
team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
.
1
1
0
1
0
2
2
0
1
.
2
1
0
1
0
2
2
0
1
.
3
1
0
1
0
1
1
0
1
.
4
1
0
1
0
1
1
0
1
Group J Group Stage
.
No
team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
.
1
1
1
0
0
3
0
3
3
.
2
1
1
0
0
3
1
2
3
.
3
1
0
0
1
1
3
-2
0
.
4
1
0
0
1
0
3
-3
0
Group L Group Stage
.
No
team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
.
1
1
1
0
0
4
2
2
3
.
2
1
1
0
0
1
0
1
3
.
3
1
0
0
1
0
1
-1
0
.
4
1
0
0
1
2
4
-2
0
Group E Group Stage
.
No
team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
.
1
1
1
0
0
7
1
6
3
.
2
1
1
0
0
1
0
1
3
.
3
1
0
0
1
0
1
-1
0
.
4
1
0
0
1
1
7
-6
0
Group C Group Stage
.
No
team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
.
1
2
1
1
0
4
1
3
4
.
2
2
1
1
0
2
1
1
4
.
3
2
1
0
1
1
1
0
3
.
4
2
0
0
2
0
4
-4
0
Group K Group Stage
.
No
team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
.
1
1
1
0
0
3
1
2
3
.
2
1
0
1
0
1
1
0
1
.
3
1
0
1
0
1
1
0
1
.
4
1
0
0
1
1
3
-2
0
#: position
team: team
P: played
W: wins
D: draws
L: losses
GF: goals for
GA: goals against
GD: goal difference
Pts: points
#16th Finals
#Ranking of third-placed teams

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.