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France vs Iraq live: Potential delays as Les Bleus chase knockout qualification
Key takeaways
- Issued on: 22/06/2026 - 20:58Modified: 22/06/2026 - 21:24
- France: Maignan - Koundé, Upamecano, Saliba, Digne - Koné, Rabiot - Dembélé, Olise, Barcola - Mbappé.
- Iraq: Basil - Ali, Tahseen, Akam Hashem, Merchas Doski - Bayesh, Al-Ammari, Iqbal, Jasim - Hussein, Al-Hamadi.
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Issued on: 22/06/2026 - 20:58Modified: 22/06/2026 - 21:24
By: Mehdi BOUZOUINA Will France or Iraq claim a winning match in Group I? Follow our live commentary. © FMM Graphic studio France face Iraq in a crucial Group I clash at Philadelphia's stadium, but severe thunderstorms could potentially force a postponement of kick-off. The French, fresh from a commanding 3-1 victory over Senegal, can secure their place in the last 16 with another win. Follow our live coverage.
France: Maignan - Koundé, Upamecano, Saliba, Digne - Koné, Rabiot - Dembélé, Olise, Barcola - Mbappé.
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