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Iraq

Team Outlook

Iraq are underdogs but possess defensive organization and determination. Their key strength is a compact backline making them hard to break down, while their key weakness is a lack of goalscoring threat. Star player Mohanad Ali leads the line. Realistic chance: low, but they could cause an upset.

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Iraq · Group Fixtures

Group I · Match 18Tue, Jun 16

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Iraq (#70) lack the quality to contain Norway (#40). Haaland's clinical finishing and Norway's physical style dominate. Iraq will defend deep, but Norway's set-piece threat and pace on the break secure a comfortable win.

Group I · Match 42Mon, Jun 22

France (#2) overwhelm Iraq (#70) with technical superiority and quick transitions. Iraq's low block may hold for a while, but France's variety in attack, led by Mbappé, will crack it. A routine victory for the favorites.

Group I · Match 62Fri, Jun 26

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Senegal (#20) are clear favorites over Iraq (#70). Mané's creativity and Senegal's physical advantage in set pieces and pace on the wings decide the game. Iraq battle but lack precision in final third. Senegal win comfortably.