France vs Iraq: How to Watch Live Stream, TV Channels & Kick-off Details | World Cup 2026

The upcoming Group I match of the World Cup 2026 between France and Iraq will take place in Philadelphia. Fans looking to catch the action live can find various options for streaming and TV broadcasts worldwide.

Match Details

• Date: June 22, 2026
• Kick-off Time: 22:00 (local time)
• Venue: Philadelphia Stadium
• Group: I

International Broadcast Information

Here is a list of broadcasters airing the match across different countries:

Watching the Match with a VPN

If you want to watch from a location where coverage is limited or face geo-blocks on your usual streaming service, a Virtual Private Network (VPN) can help. VPNs like ExpressVPN create a secure online connection and let you appear in a country where the game is broadcast.

Steps to use a VPN for streaming:

• Sign up for a trusted VPN service and install its app on your device.
• Connect to a server in a country broadcasting the match (e.g., US for FOX Sports).
• Clear your browser cache or cookies to update your location.
• Access the broadcaster’s website or app and start watching.

Streaming on Bigger Screens

Sports feels best on a large screen. Many smart TVs and devices like Amazon Fire Stick or Google Chromecast support VPN apps natively. Download your VPN’s app, log in, and connect just as you would on a phone or laptop.

For devices such as Apple TV, Roku, or gaming consoles that lack direct VPN support, options include using Smart DNS services from your VPN provider or casting the stream from a VPN-connected device to your TV.

Team Lineups and News

France is expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under coach Didier Deschamps. The probable starters include Maignan in goal, defenders Kounde, Upamecano, Saliba, and Digne; midfielders Rabiot, Kone, Olise, Barcola, and Dembele; with Mbappe leading the attack. No injuries or suspensions have been reported so far.

Iraq will also likely adopt a 4-2-3-1 shape, managed by Graham Arnold. Their lineup might feature Basil Fadhil as goalkeeper, Hashem, Tahseen, Doski, and Ali in defense; Bayesh and Iqbal in midfield; and Jasim, Al-Ammari, Al Hamadi supporting striker Hussein upfront. No injury concerns have been announced.

Recent Form

France have won four of their last five games, including a 3-1 World Cup win over Senegal and a friendly 3-1 victory against Northern Ireland. Their only loss came against Ivory Coast (2-1). March friendlies saw wins against Colombia (3-1) and Brazil (2-1). Across those matches, France scored nine goals and conceded five.

Iraq earned two wins in their last five games but suffered back-to-back defeats most recently: a 4-1 World Cup loss to Norway and a 2-0 friendly defeat to Venezuela. They drew 1-1 with Spain and beat Andorra and Bolivia earlier. In total, Iraq scored five goals while conceding eight over those fixtures.

Group I Standings

After the opening round, France sit second in Group I, with Iraq placed fourth.