The goals, minute by minute
- 14'Kylian MbappéGoal · 1-0
- 54'Kylian MbappéGoal · 2-0
- 66'Ousmane DembéléGoal · 3-0
The preview
Written before the match. We've left it as it was, even where the game said otherwise.
Context
France (3rd FIFA) vs Iraq (57th FIFA)
Level of the teams
- France: a luxury squad (Mbappé, Dembélé, Olise), group favorite and title contender.
- Iraq: a debutant with a modest squad, plays organized and on the counter, well below in pedigree.
Key factors
- Huge gap in ranking and level in France's favor.
- France has plenty of goals and squad depth.
- Iraq will look to sit deep and hold on.
Prediction
Most likely result: 3-0 France (alternative: 2-0 France)
- France win: 85%
- Draw: 11%
- Iraq win: 4%
Player to watch: Kylian Mbappé, can decide it at any moment.
Final verdict, Confidence: high
France is far superior in every area and should win clearly. Barring a historic upset, it will control the game against a limited Iraq.