Iraq’s Fahad Talib, Jalal Hassan and Ahmed Basil during the warm up before the match on June 22, 2026.
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Kylian Mbappe renewed his remarkable relationship with the World Cup on June 16, 2026 as he scored twice in France’s 3-1 win over Senegal, leaving him within touching distance of Lionel Messi as he bids to become the tournament’s highest ever scorer.

Iraq lost their opening match against Norway due to a brace from Erling Haaland on June 16, 2026. France will be hoping for its star Kylian Mbappa to become the tournament’s highest ever scorer against Iraq.

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