France vs Iraq Prediction 22 June 2026
Added on 21 June, 2026
The match between the French and Iraqi national teams in the second round of the 2026 France and Iraq will face off in the second round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage, with valuable points at stake in the battle for positioning in Group I.
France head into the match full of confidence after an impressive opening performance. Didier Deschamps' side secured a convincing 3-1 victory over Senegal, with Kylian Mbappé leading the way by scoring twice. The win earned Les Bleus three points and placed them second in the group, level on points with Norway but behind on goal difference.
Iraq, meanwhile, endured a difficult start to their World Cup campaign. Despite Aymen Hussein scoring a historic goal that briefly gave his side hope, the Lions of Mesopotamia suffered a heavy 4-1 defeat to Norway. As a result, Iraq sit at the bottom of Group I without a point and with a significant goal deficit.
On paper, France are overwhelming favorites. Their superior quality, depth, and experience should allow them to control proceedings from the opening whistle. Anything other than a comfortable French victory would be considered a major surprise, and another three points would all but secure their place in the knockout stage.
France to win and over 3.5 goals in the match 1.96