Iraq at the 2026 World Cup: Recap & What Comes Next

Reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup was a proud moment for Iraqi football. The Lions of Mesopotamia earned their place among the world's best and were drawn into a demanding Group I alongside France, Senegal and Norway. This article recaps the campaign and looks ahead to the fixtures Iraqi fans can follow next. It is for adults aged 18 and over.

> Key takeaways

> - Iraq competed at the 2026 World Cup in Group I with France, Senegal and Norway.

> - The group stage ran in mid-to-late June 2026; Iraq bowed out at this stage.

> - Next up for fans: the Arabian Gulf Cup and the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers.

A hard-fought group

Group I was one of the toughest on paper, pairing Iraq with World Cup heavyweights. Iraq exited at the group stage, but qualifying at all — against strong Asian competition and through the play-off route — was a significant achievement for the national programme and its supporters.

What is next for Iraq

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The calendar gives fans plenty to look forward to:

| Competition | Approx. timing | Notes |

| --- | --- | --- |

| Arabian Gulf Cup | September 2026 | Regional rivalries — Iraq face Gulf neighbours |

| AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers | January 2027 | The road to the next continental finals |

For a market-by-market look at backing the national team, see our Iraq national team betting guide, and for the regional tournament read our Arabian Gulf Cup betting guide.

Following the rest of the World Cup

Even with Iraq out, the tournament continues. To follow the knockout rounds, our World Cup knockout betting guide explains the markets, and you can browse fixtures in Sports ⚡ Instant Payout Guarantee.

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