France vs. Iraq live score, result, highlights from 2026 World Cup Group I match

France didn’t get off to the start it wanted early in its World Cup opener against Senegal, but a much more impressive second half paved the way for a victory. If that momentum carries into Monday’s match against Iraq, it could be a momentous day for Kylian Mbappe and the entire team.

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France enters as a massive favorite against Iraq, which allowed four goals in a loss to Norway in its opener last Tuesday. A loss wouldn’t officially end Iraq’s hopes of advancing, as a third-place finish would still be possible, but anything other than a loss to France would be viewed as a major success story.

Mbappe’s chase for the all-time World Cup goal-scoring record might be as big of a storyline as any result on Monday. Mbappe finished France’s World Cup opener only two goals off the all-time record, but Lionel Messi moved into a tie for that record later the same night; Argentina plays before France on Monday. 

The Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights for France vs. Iraq in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Follow along below for complete results from the Group I match in Philadelphia.

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France vs. Iraq score

Location: Philadelphia, P.A.
Referee: Drew Fischer (Canada)

Starting lineups:

France (4-2-3-1): TBD

Iraq (4-4-2): TBD

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France vs. Iraq live updates, highlights from 2026 World Cup

(All times ET)

Prematch

3:26 p.m. — Fans have been gathering outside the stadium for some time now in hopes of getting in. The entry process has begun in hopes of watching Kylian Mbappe’s response to Messi’s record-breaking day.

The current wait to get inside the Philadelphia Stadium for Iraq and France. pic.twitter.com/xShDCzb7AG

— Vani Hanamirian (@vani_hanamirian) June 22, 2026

3:18 p.m. — Despite the faulty conditions, fans have begun filling Lincoln Financial Stadium in Philadelphia. The thunderstorm conditions have moved up during the day, and according to Accuweather, are imminent in the area.

It’s already Flag Day in Philly with fans now inside for France vs. Iraq at 5 in World Cup soccer ⚽️ pic.twitter.com/StVzp46BKt

— kevin tresolini (@kevintresolini) June 22, 2026

2:40 p.m. — An inclement weather warning has been issued for today’s match in Philadelphia:

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France v Iraq — June 22, 2026

Due to inclement weather in the region, gates opening will be delayed. If you are not in the area, please do not travel to Philadelphia Stadium at this time. A new gates opening time will be communicated once the weather has passed. If you are near…

— Lincoln Financial Field (@LFFStadium) June 22, 2026

12:51 p.m. — Heading into today’s match, Kylian Mbappe sits tied for third all-time in the World Cup’s top goalscorers. He is deadlocked with West Germany’s Gerd Muller with 14 goals. He needs one more goal to tie Ronaldo (Brazil) for second all-time, and two goals to tie Lionel Messi and Miroslav Klose for No. 1.

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12:32 p.m. — France has arrived in the City of Brotherly Love ahead of tonight’s match against Iraq.

🚨 Kylian Mbappé and France arrive in Philadelphia ahead of France vs Iraq.

The atmosphere feels like a final already. 🇫🇷🔥🏆

FIFA World Cup 2026. pic.twitter.com/KWCWhSOym6

— Viral Us Zone (@ViralUsZone) June 22, 2026

12:14 p.m. — Today’s match may be subject to extreme weather in Philadelphia. The area has been seeing signs of potential thunderstorms beginning at 6 p.m., according to Accuweather.

Any lightning strike within eight miles of the stadium would trigger an immediate suspension, with a 30-minute countdown restarting after each new strike per FIFA regulations.

🚨 The France vs. Iraq World Cup match is facing a major threat of extreme weather conditions tonight. 😳☔️

Thunderstorms are forecast in Philadelphia from 2pm to 7pm local time, with kickoff scheduled for 5pm. 🇺🇸

Expected conditions include:

🔸 Severe thunderstorms. ☔️
🔸… pic.twitter.com/BA0XsEFl3Q

— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) June 22, 2026

Where to watch France vs. Iraq in World Cup

France vs. Iraq start time

• Date: Monday, June 22
• Kickoff: 5 p.m. ET

France and Iraq will kick off their World Cup match on Monday at 5 p.m. ET from Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, P.A.

What channel is France vs. Iraq on today?

• TV channel: Fox
• Live stream: Fubo (U.S. only free trial)

France vs. Iraq will air nationally on Fox in the United States and can be live streamed with Fubo, which offers a free trial in the U.S.

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