World Cup 2026

Iraq

Group I · FIFA #58 · AFC

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Squad

Official squad list for Iraq will appear here when published by FIFA for World Cup 2026.

Team overview

Iraq are in Group I at the FIFA World Cup 2026 across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. They represent AFC and their best finish at a FIFA World Cup is First World Cup (2026). Squad lists and match statistics on this page update from FIFA and verified match reports only.

World Cup 2026

Group
Group I
Confederation
AFC
FIFA ranking
#58
Qualification
Qualified (debut)
Qualification route
Qualified via AFC competitions
Draw confirmation
Confirmed at FIFA World Cup 2026 final draw

Tournament statistics

Recent form

Fixtures & results

MDMatchVenueStatus
1Norway vs IraqMatchday 1 · Group ILevi's Stadium, San FranciscoScheduled
2Senegal vs IraqFriday, June 26, 2026 at 3:00 PM EDTBMO Field, TorontoScheduled
3France vs IraqMonday, June 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM EDTLincoln Financial Field, PhiladelphiaScheduled

World Cup history

Appearances1 appearance (1986)
Best finishFirst World Cup (2026)

Head coach

Jesús Casas

Iraq · AFC

Official appointment details publish via the national federation and FIFA squad lists.

Players to watch

Group I rivals

Iraq are in Group I at FIFA World Cup 2026. FIFA ranking: #58. Coach: Jesús Casas. Qualified (debut). Best World Cup finish: First World Cup (2026).

FAQ

What group is Iraq in at World Cup 2026?
Group I, per the official FIFA World Cup 2026 final draw.
Who is the Iraq head coach for World Cup 2026?
Jesús Casas is listed as head coach. Confirm lineups on FIFA match day.
What is Iraq's best World Cup finish?
First World Cup (2026)
How did Iraq qualify for World Cup 2026?
Qualified via AFC competitions. Confirmed at FIFA World Cup 2026 final draw.