Iraq

Iraq

伊拉克

FIFA Ranking
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Confederation
Founded
1948
2026 World Cup GroupI
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About Iraq National Football Team

The Iraq national football team is gearing up for the 2026 World Cup. Currently ranked #null by FIFA, they are placed in Group I. Follow the latest Iraq World Cup news, explore their full squad roster below, and gear up to support them in the upcoming tournament.

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Team Info

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Founded1948
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Head CoachGraham Arnold
格雷厄姆·阿诺德
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Confederation

Key Statistics

#
FIFA Ranking
I
2026 World Cup Group
26
Squad Size
26.8
Avg Age

Squad (26)

Provisional squad

This squad may change before final confirmation. Updated: 2026-07-15

Jalal Hassan
Jalal Hassan
Goalkeeper
35Iraq
Fahad Talib
Fahad Talib
Goalkeeper
31Iraq
Ahmed Basil
Ahmed Basil
Goalkeeper
29Iraq
Hussein Ali
Hussein Ali
Defence
24Iraq
Merchas Doski
Merchas Doski
Defence
26Iraq
Rebin Sulaka
Rebin Sulaka
Defence
34Iraq
Mustafa Saadoun
Mustafa Saadoun
Defence
25Iraq
Ahmed Yahya
Ahmed Yahya
Defence
31Iraq
Frans Putros
Frans Putros
Defence
33Iraq
Zaid Tahseen
Zaid Tahseen
Defence
25Iraq
Manaf Younis
Manaf Younis
Defence
29Iraq
Akam Hashem
Akam Hashem
Defence
27Iraq
Amir Al Ammari
Amir Al Ammari
Midfield
28Iraq
Kevin Yakob
Kevin Yakob
Midfield
25Iraq
Aimar Sher
Aimar Sher
Midfield
23Iraq
Ibrahim Bayesh
Ibrahim Bayesh
Midfield
26Iraq
Youssef Amyn
Youssef Amyn
Midfield
22Iraq
Ahmed Qasem
Ahmed Qasem
Midfield
23Iraq
Zidane Iqbal
Zidane Iqbal
Midfield
23Iraq
Zaid Ismail
Zaid Ismail
Midfield
24Iraq
Aymen Hussein
Aymen Hussein
Offence
30Iraq
Ali Al-Hamadi
Ali Al-Hamadi
Offence
24Iraq
Marko Farji
Marko Farji
Offence
22Iraq
Ali Jassim El-Aibi
Ali Jassim El-Aibi
Offence
22Iraq
Mohanad Ali
Mohanad Ali
Offence
26Iraq
Ali Yousif
Ali Yousif
Offence
30Iraq

Team History & Legacy

Iraq is a national football team representing the confederation, founded in 1948 and currently ranked #null in the FIFA World Rankings. While they may not count World Cup titles among their honors, their journey to the 2026 tournament represents years of dedication and growth. Under the guidance of head coach Graham Arnold, Iraq have been steadily building a competitive squad capable of challenging established footballing nations. Their roster features players who ply their trade in top leagues around the world, bringing tactical awareness and big-game experience back to the national setup. The 2026 FIFA World Cup marks a significant milestone for Iraq. Drawn into Group I, they face a challenging but navigable path. With the expanded 48-team format offering more opportunities than ever, Iraq are well-positioned to make their mark. Every match at the World Cup is an opportunity to write history, and this squad has the talent and determination to produce memorable performances.

2026 World Cup Prediction

Ranked #null by FIFA, Iraq enter the 2026 World Cup as one of the world's elite football teams. Under the tactical direction of Graham Arnold, the team has shown promising form and competitive discipline in recent qualifying campaigns. Based on current rankings and squad performances, their group-stage outlook is widely viewed as favorable. While they may not be among the outright favorites, the World Cup has a long tradition of producing upsets and breakthrough performances from underdog teams. The 2026 World Cup's expanded 48-team format means the top two teams from each group and the eight best third-placed teams advance to the Round of 32. If Iraq can deliver in the decisive group-stage matches, a place in the elimination rounds is well within reach. Fans and pundits alike will be watching closely to see if this squad can produce a tournament to remember.

Group Stage Analysis

Iraq have been drawn into Group I, where they will face France (FIFA #null), Senegal (FIFA #null), Norway (FIFA #null). The competitive balance within this group will play a decisive role in determining Iraq's path to the knockout stage. In terms of FIFA rankings, Iraq hold the highest position in the group, giving them a theoretical edge. The 2026 World Cup introduces a new 48-team format with groups of four, where the top two teams and the eight best third-placed teams advance to the Round of 32. The opening match matters: a strong start can establish confidence and rhythm, while the new qualification rules make every group-stage point valuable. Iraq must settle quickly and set the tone early. Squad depth, rotation management and adaptability across different venues and conditions will be equally important. Regardless of rankings, the World Cup group stage never fails to deliver surprises — every matchday has the potential to reshape the qualification picture.