Ali Al-Hamadi and the Iraq national team now have a clear path to their 2026 FIFA World Cup journey, having learned their group stage opponents, match locations, and game times. With the tournament fast approaching, Iraq is ready to face off against three challenging teams in Group I. The excitement is building as Iraq aims for a historic performance, with hopes of advancing far into the competition.
When Is the World Cup and How to Watch?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, across three host countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament will conclude with the highly anticipated final match on July 19 at the New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Fans can catch all the action live, along with full match highlights, expert analysis, and commentary, through the FOX family of networks and the FOX Sports app. This will be your go-to platform for everything related to the World Cup, from live broadcasts to post-match replays.
Iraq’s Group and Opponents
Iraq has been placed in Group I for the World Cup, where they will face a tough challenge from three formidable opponents. The teams in their group include:
Senegal
France
Norway
These matches will be crucial for Iraq's hopes of advancing beyond the group stage. The teams in Group I are all known for their strength and tactical depth, and Iraq will need to be at their best to secure a spot in the knockout rounds.
Iraq’s World Cup Schedule
Iraq’s group-stage fixtures are set, and the team will face these three key matchups in the coming summer:
June 16: Iraq vs. Norway — Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts (6 p.m. ET)
June 22: France vs. Iraq — Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (5 p.m. ET)
June 26: Senegal vs. Iraq — BMO Field in Toronto, Ontario (3 p.m. ET)
Each of these games is a crucial opportunity for Iraq to showcase their talent on the world stage and take on some of the best teams in international football. With the clock ticking down to June, anticipation is high for how Iraq will perform in these pivotal matchups.
