Iraq national team competes in FIFA World Cup 2026 with Zidane Iqbal, who plays for the first time in the tournament. Norway defeated Iraq with a score of 4-1 in the match between them on Wednesday, June 17.

Who is Zidane Iqbal?

Zidane Iqbal is an Iraqi midfielder who plays for the first time in the World Cup. He was born in England to an Iraqi father and a Pakistani mother.

What happened in the match?

Iraq national team lost the match against Norway with a score of 4-1. Norway scored four goals in the match.

A glimpse into Zidane Iqbal's journey

Zidane Iqbal started his football career at Manchester United's academy. He played for the first time with the first team in the UEFA Champions League in 2021.

DateMatchScore
June 17, 2026Iraq vs Norway1-4

What comes next?

Iraq national team will face France in the next match on Tuesday, June 23.