Iraq vs Norway: Live Stream, Time & World Cup 2026 Details
Iraq and Norway face each other in their opening group stage match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. This historic Group I encounter marks the first time ever that the two nations have met in international football.
Match Details
- Tournament: FIFA World Cup 2026™ (Group Stage — Group I)
- Venue: Boston Stadium (Gillette Stadium), Foxborough, MA
- Kickoff Time: 6:00 PM Eastern Time (ET) / 11:00 PM British Summer Time (BST)
- Group I Standing: France leads the group after defeating Senegal 3-1 in the opening match.
Strategic Overview & Team Status
This fixture marks a monumental return to the world stage for both sides, ending multi-decade absences from the World Cup tournament.
- Norway: Entering as heavy favorites (-475 on the money line), the Norwegians cruised through European qualification with a perfect 8-0-0 record. This is their first World Cup appearance since 1998. They are led by Premier League superstars Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard.
- Iraq: The "Lions of Mesopotamia" qualified for the World Cup for the first time in 40 years. Managed by Graham Arnold, Iraq endured a grueling 21-match qualification route, ultimately securing their spot via an inter-confederation playoff victory against Bolivia. They are known for a highly disciplined, defensive structure and excellent fighting spirit.
Official Starting Lineups
The tactical shapes and starting squads for the match are structured as follows: [13]
| Position [1, 9, 14, 15, 16] | Iraq (4-4-2) | Norway (4-3-3) |
|---|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Jalal Hassan | Ørjan Nyland |
| Defenders | Hussein Ali, Zaid Tahseen, Akam Hashim, Merchas Doski | Julian Ryerson, Kristoffer Ajer, Torbjørn Heggem, David Møller Wolfe |
| Midfielders | Ali Jasim, Zaid Ismael, Amir Al-Ammari, Ibrahim Bayesh | Martin Ødegaard, Sander Berge, Fredrik Aursnes |
| Forwards | Aymen Hussein, Mohanad Ali | Alexander Sørloth, Erling Haaland, Antonio Nusa |
Broadcasting & Live Streams
Fans can catch the live action globally across multiple networks:
- United States: Broadcasted live on FOX Sports and available to stream on the FOX Sports App or Fubo.
- United Kingdom: Free live stream available on the BBC.
- Australia: Streaming live via SBS.
If you would like to know more, I can provide the latest live updates, break down the tactical adjustments made during the match, or review the Group I standings as the games progress.
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