France vs Iraq Prediction & Tips – Group I, 2026 World Cup

France take on Iraq in the Group Stage of the 2026 World Cup, kicking off Tuesday 23rd June at 7:00 AM AEST. Here’s our prediction for the game, plus the bets we like and the best odds markets at Neds.

France could not have asked for a much better start, putting Senegal away 3 1 in a performance that reminded everyone just how dangerous they are.

They were sharp in attack, controlled the big moments, and once the game started to stretch, their quality really told. With Mbappe up top and the likes of Dembele and Thuram buzzing around him, there are threats everywhere.

That is not what you want before facing a France side that can hurt you in about five different ways. Whether it is on the counter, through sustained pressure, or just individual brilliance, Les Bleus have plenty of paths to goal.

Unless Iraq can sit deep, stay compact and concentrate for the full 90, this could be another tough shift.

France should have too much class, too much speed and too many finishers.

Prediction: France to Win and Over 3.5 Goals

Value: Correct Score France 3 0 at 6.40

Player Prop: Any 2 of Aymen Hussein, Kylian Mbappe or Ousmane Dembele to Score at 2.20