Iraq national football team drew with Norway in FIFA World Cup 2026, in a thrilling group stage match. Iraq seeks its first point in the tournament, while Norway aims to qualify from the group. Iraq achieved the draw in the second half, after scoring a wonderful goal by Ayman Hussein from a header. But Norway came back to lead the match, scoring four goals in the game. Iraq national team plays in group nine of the World Cup, which also includes teams France and Senegal. The Iraqi team is led by coach Graham Arnold, who aims to secure his first point in his World Cup history. Iraq will play its second match in the group against France on November 25.