World Cup Hero
Predict the 2026 World Cup your way
Iraq play at the 2026 World Cup in Group I against France, Senegal and Norway. Head coach is Graham Arnold. Find their chances, history, FAQs and which World Cup Hero archetype matches Iraq below.
First World Cup since 1986. Strong growth under Arnold (ex-Australia). In Group I with France and Senegal, advancing is a tall order, but Iraq has a proud football culture and experience in tough conditions.
The three group-stage matches for Iraq in Group I.
Iraq face three opponents in Group I. The top two go straight through to the knockouts; the eight best third-placed teams also qualify.
Head-to-head analyses between Iraq and the other teams in Group I, plus classic rivalries.
Second World Cup appearance ever. First was in 1986 (Mexico). Asian Cup winners 2007.
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Start predicting →Iraq play at the 2026 World Cup in Group I, together with France, Senegal and Norway.
Graham Arnold is the head coach of Iraq at the 2026 World Cup.
Iraq's best World Cup result is: Group stage (1986). Iraq have 2 previous World Cup appearances.
First World Cup since 1986. Strong growth under Arnold (ex-Australia).
Iraq are part of AFC (Asia). They sit at #58 on the FIFA world ranking.
Last updated: 2026-06-07