France Leads Iraq 3-0 in FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Kathmandu. In the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group 'I' match, France has taken a comfortable 3-0 lead against Iraq. In the ongoing match at the Philadelphia stadium, France has kept Iraq under pressure with excellent performance until the 69th minute.

Captain Kylian Mbappé scored the first two goals for France. He gave the team the lead in the 14th minute with a spectacular goal from Michael Olise's pass. Then, in the 54th minute, Mbappé added his second personal goal with the help of Ousmane Dembélé.

France widened its lead further by scoring the third goal in the 66th minute. Ousmane Dembélé scored from Michael Olise's pass, almost ending Iraq's chances of a comeback.

Although the game was stopped for about two hours before the start of the second half due to bad weather, it did not affect France's rhythm. After the game resumed, France has been creating continuous opportunities with aggressive play.

Michael Olise has been the main attraction of the game with two assists, while Mbappé has made his 100th international match special with two goals.

France, which defeated Senegal in the first match, is close to its second consecutive victory. If this result holds, France will strengthen its journey to the knockout stage.