Overview
Iraq (Lions of Mesopotamia) is the national football team of Iraq, competing in the Asian Football Confederation (AFC). Their best World Cup result is group stage (1986). Continental honours include AFC Asian Cup 2007. At the 2026 FIFA World Cup the side is drawn in Group I.
FIFA World Cup 2026 — Group I
Live group standings — updated Jun 24, 2026 (sample data layer). Full bracket on the FIFA World Cup 2026 page.
Notable Players
Iconic and current internationals. Tap a name for the player profile.
Honours
0
World Cup Titles
Group stage
Best Finish
I
2026 Group
World Cup Championships
No title yet — best finish: Group stage (1986).
National-Team Greats
History
History
Best World Cup result: Group stage (1986).
Continental
AFC Asian Cup 2007.
2026
Competing at the FIFA World Cup in Canada, Mexico & the USA — Group I (AFC).