Iraq — World Cup 2026

Group I · Model Elo 1739 · Founded 1957 · Basra International Stadium

Iraq are in Group I. Our model rates their title chance at 0.0% (Elo strength 1739, reaching the knockout stage 18% of the time). Below are AI predictions for all 3 group-stage fixtures.

About Iraq

Iraq are one of the 48 teams at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, drawn in Group I. The national side was founded in 1957. They play home matches at the Basra International Stadium in Basra, Iraq, which seats 65,227.

Founded: 1957
Home stadium: Basra International Stadium (capacity 65,227)
Based in: Basra, Iraq
Official site: ifa.iq

Record

Iraq have played 653 internationals since 1960, winning 304 for a 46.6% win rate (304W 187D 162L, 1,004 goals for / 606 against). At the FIFA World Cup their record is 0W 0D 3L from 3 matches.

Recent form

W vs Andorra 1–0 · 2026-05-29
W vs Bolivia 2–1 · 2026-03-31 · FIFA World Cup qualification
L vs Jordan 0–1 · 2025-12-12 · Arab Cup
L vs Algeria 0–2 · 2025-12-09 · Arab Cup
W vs Sudan 2–0 · 2025-12-06 · Arab Cup
W vs Bahrain 2–1 · 2025-12-03 · Arab Cup

Historical results from the martj42 dataset (CC0).

Group I Fixtures & Predictions

Iraq vs Norway · Jun 16 · most likely 0–2

Iraq 12% Draw 18% Norway 70%

France vs Iraq · Jun 22 · most likely 3–0

France 89% Draw 8% Iraq 3%

Senegal vs Iraq · Jun 26 · most likely 1–0

Senegal 62% Draw 21% Iraq 17%

FAQ

Which group is Iraq in at the 2026 World Cup?

Iraq are in Group I.

What are Iraq's chances of winning the 2026 World Cup?

Our model gives Iraq a 0.0% chance of winning the tournament, from an Elo strength rating of 1739.

When was the Iraq national football team founded?

1957.

Where do Iraq play their home matches?

At the Basra International Stadium in Basra, Iraq (capacity 65,227).

What is Iraq's all-time record?

Iraq have played 653 internationals, winning 304 (46.6%). At the World Cup they have 0 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats from 3 matches.

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