Iraq could become first Asian team to lose its first five World Cup matches

On June 22, Iraq will face France in the second round of the FIFA World Cup.

According to statistics, this is Iraq's second FIFA World Cup appearance. They have lost all four of their previous FIFA World Cup matches. If they lose to France again, they will become the first Asian team to lose their first five FIFA World Cup matches.

On the other hand, France has won their opening matches in three consecutive FIFA World Cups. Prior to this streak, they had only achieved consecutive opening wins once in their 13 World Cup appearances (1998).

Iraq FIFA World Cup Record

2026 FIFA World Cup Iraq 1-4 Norway

1986 FIFA World Cup Iraq 0-1 Mexico

1986 FIFA World Cup Iraq 1-2 Belgium

1986 FIFA World Cup Iraq 0-1 Paraguay

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