The Iraq national football team is preparing to face France in the FIFA World Cup 2026 after losing to Norway 1-4 in the first round. Arnold said in a press conference before the match in Philadelphia on Sunday that the team needs three goalkeepers. Arnold added that the Norway match is now in the past, and they have prepared well to face the French team, which is a candidate for the title. Iraqi striker Ayman Hussein confirmed the team's readiness to face the French team, saying in statements during the press conference that the players are motivated and looking to achieve a positive result. Hussein said that the team played a great match against Norway, but small details made them lose, and they lacked experience in facing a team the size of Norway. The Iraqi team now faces a big challenge in facing France, which won against Senegal 3-1 in the first round. Mbappe scored two goals in the match and shone in the second half. The Iraqi team is looking to achieve a positive result in the upcoming match, after losing in the first round.