Iraq vs Norway Live Stream – FIFA World Cup 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026 — Group I
03:30 AM EST · 08:30 AM BST · 12:00 PM IST
🏟️ Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA
⚽ FIFA World Cup 2026: Iraq vs Norway Preview
An historic Group I fixture takes centre stage at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts as Iraq makes their long-awaited return to the global stage against Norway. This opening match carries enormous emotional and tactical weight for both nations — two teams united by the magnitude of their World Cup return after decades away from football's greatest tournament.
🏆 Historic Context: Iraq are making their first FIFA World Cup appearance since Mexico 1986 — a 40-year wait that ended through a dramatic intercontinental play-off victory over Bolivia. Norway, meanwhile, end a 28-year World Cup absence, having qualified by winning all eight of their qualification matches under manager Ståle Solbakken.
Iraq, coached by Graham Arnold, the Lions of Mesopotamia have been built on exceptional defensive discipline and a high-work-rate collective organisation. Talismanic striker Aymen Hussein is the danger man up front — physical, technically gifted and capable of punishing any defensive lapse. Iraq recently earned a famous tactical draw with Spain in their final World Cup warm-up, demonstrating they are no pushover on the world stage.
Norway enter the tournament bursting with their most talented generation in decades. With Arsenal playmaker Martin Ødegaard pulling the strings in midfield and Manchester City's prolific goal machine Erling Haaland leading the line, the Nordics possess an explosive offensive unit that strikes fear into every defence in the world. Norway's attacking firepower makes them overwhelming favourites — but Iraq's proven resilience in tight matches guarantees this will be a fierce contest in Massachusetts.
📊 Key Battle: Haaland vs Iraq's defensive block. If Iraq can keep Haaland quiet and frustrate Norway's wide play, they have a genuine chance of springing an upset. Norway will look to Ødegaard to unlock the Iraqi defence with his vision and precise through-balls. With Group I also containing France and Senegal, a positive result here is critical for both nations.
Prediction: Norway 3–1 Iraq — Norway's attacking quality eventually proves too much, but Iraq make it a memorable occasion for their supporters with a brave performance and a moment of magic from Aymen Hussein.
⭐ Key Players to Watch
Aymen Hussein
Iraq · Striker · Al-Shorta SC
Iraq's talisman & goal threat
Erling Haaland
Norway · Striker · Manchester City
World's most feared striker
Bassam Juma
Iraq · Midfielder · Al Quwa Al Jawiya
Creative engine in midfield
Martin Ødegaard
Norway · Midfielder · Arsenal
Norway's captain & playmaker
📡 Where to Watch – Live Broadcast & Streaming
Catch Iraq vs Norway live on these official TV channels and streaming platforms worldwide:
| Region | Channel / Platform | Format |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 USA | Fox Sports, FS1, Telemundo LIVE | TV + FoxSports.com |
| 🇺🇸 USA Online | fuboTV, Sling TV, Hulu Live LIVE | Stream |
| 🇬🇧 UK | ITV 1, ITVX FREE | TV + Stream |
| 🇳🇴 Norway | TV 2, TV 2 Play LIVE | TV + Stream |
| 🇮🇶 Iraq / Arab World | beIN Sports Arabia LIVE | TV + beIN App |
| 🇮🇳 India | JioHotstar, Sports18 LIVE | TV + App |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | SBS Sport FREE | TV + SBS On Demand |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | TSN, CTV | TV + Stream |
| 🌍 Global | FIFA+ FREE | fifa.com / App |
| 🌐 VPN Access | NordVPN + any regional broadcaster | Any Device |
📋 Probable Starting Lineups
🇮🇶 Iraq (4-4-2)
- Jalal Hassan (GK)
- Ahmed Ibrahim (RB)
- Rebin Sulaka (CB)
- Ali Adnan (CB) C
- Hussein Ali (LB)
- Mohanad Ali (RM)
- Amjad Attwan (CM)
- Saad Natiq (CM)
- Bassam Juma (LM)
- Aymen Hussein (ST)
- Alaa Abbas (ST)
🇳🇴 Norway (4-3-3)
- Ørjan Nyland (GK)
- Julian Ryerson (RB)
- Leo Skiri Østigård (CB)
- Andreas Hanche-Olsen (CB)
- Birger Meling (LB)
- Sander Berge (CDM)
- Martin Ødegaard (CM) C
- Mathias Normann (CM)
- Mohamed Elyounoussi (RW)
- Erling Haaland (ST)
- Antonio Nusa (LW)
🔴 Live Match Blog & Updates
Good early morning from Foxborough, Massachusetts! Gillette Stadium is buzzing ahead of this historic Group I encounter. Iraq's first World Cup appearance in 40 years meets Norway's return after 28 years away. This is a truly special occasion for both football nations.
Norway's superstar striker Erling Haaland is confirmed in the starting XI alongside captain Martin Ødegaard. The Manchester City man arrives at his first ever FIFA World Cup having scored 11 goals in qualifying — and will be desperate to make an immediate impact on the biggest stage of all.
Iraq set up in a defensive 4-4-2 under coach Graham Arnold. Aymen Hussein leads the line with Alaa Abbas as his strike partner. The Lions of Mesopotamia are compact and organised — determined to make this historic occasion count on the world stage after a 40-year wait.
A clear New England night at Gillette Stadium. The pitch looks immaculate and the atmosphere is building. National anthems will play shortly — an emotional moment for Iraq's players and supporters alike. Follow every moment of history here on CS Sports!
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📊 Head-to-Head & Match Statistics
Historical encounters · Norway lead all-time: 2W – 1D – 0L Iraq
💡 CS Sports Prediction: Norway 3–1 Iraq · Haaland to score first goal · Ødegaard Man of the Match · Aymen Hussein to score a consolation for Iraq
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