France beat Iraq 3-0 to secure knockout spot

Sports|6/25/2026

France defeated Iraq 3-0 in Group I, three players scored, Mbappe delivered one assist, France secured knockout qualification with two wins, Iraq lost both games and are out.

France recorded a 3-0 victory over Iraq in the second round of Group I, taking a decisive step in the World Cup campaign. The team controlled possession throughout the match and turned that dominance into a clear scoreline, with three different players finding the net.

Mbappe played a direct role in the win by providing the assist for France’s second goal. With attacking options spread across the pitch and multiple scorers contributing, France displayed both depth and efficiency in front of goal.

With two straight wins and six points in hand, France have already secured a place in the knockout stage. Iraq, who have one goal scored and seven conceded across two defeats, are eliminated from the group and end their World Cup journey at this phase.

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