Iraq vs Norway Kickoff Time, Date, Venue, Lineups, Live Stream Channels
Iraq vs Norway is Group I Match 18 at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The FIFA World Cup 2026 fixture is scheduled for 16 June 2026, with kickoff at 18:00 ET / 22:00 UTC / 23:00 BST / 00:00 CEST on 17 June / 01:00 AST in Iraq on 17 June / 03:00 PKT on 17 June. FIFA lists Iraq vs Norway as Group I Match 18 at Boston Stadium on 16 June 2026.
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This hub covers kickoff time, date, venue, projected lineups, live stream channels, prediction, H2H, and key match stats. Iraq enter under Graham Arnold after ending a 40-year World Cup absence through the inter-confederation playoff. Norway return to the World Cup for the first time since 1998 with Erling Haaland, Martin Odegaard, Alexander Sorloth, Antonio Nusa, and Sander Berge in the core. Official starting lineups remain yet to be confirmed.
Iraq vs Norway Match Date and Kickoff Time
Iraq vs Norway takes place on 16 June 2026. The local kickoff is 18:00 ET in Foxborough, while the wider viewer window is 18:00 ET / 22:00 UTC / 23:00 BST / 00:00 CEST on 17 June / 01:00 AST in Iraq on 17 June / 03:00 PKT on 17 June. Iraq viewers move into the early hours of 17 June, and Norway viewers get a midnight CEST start.
Broadcaster listings should be checked again before kickoff because match-specific platform labels can change by country. The live-score route will carry official status, goals, cards, substitutions, and commentary once the feed opens. The timing also follows France vs Senegal, which makes this the second Group I match of the day.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | 16 June 2026 |
| Local Kickoff | 18:00 ET in Foxborough |
| Viewer Times | 18:00 ET / 22:00 UTC / 23:00 BST / 00:00 CEST on 17 June / 01:00 AST in Iraq on 17 June / 03:00 PKT on 17 June |
| Group | Group I – Match 18 |
| Status | Upcoming |
Venue: Boston Stadium, Boston
Boston Stadium stages Iraq vs Norway in Foxborough, Massachusetts. FIFA uses the tournament venue name Boston Stadium, while the venue is commonly known as Gillette Stadium. Gillette Stadium lists the event for 6:00 PM local time, with parking at 2:00 PM and gates at 3:00 PM.
France and Senegal complete Group I, so this match can decide whether Norway open a knockout lane or Iraq keep the group compressed. Norway have the higher ranking and attacking depth, while Iraq bring a long-awaited World Cup return and a compact match plan. Supporters should confirm entry timing, parking, official transport, and ticket guidance before matchday.
Predicted Lineups
The Iraq vs Norway lineups remain projected until official team sheets arrive. Iraq are expected in a 4-2-3-1, with Hussein as the central reference and Ali Jasim carrying counters from wide areas. Norway are projected in a 4-3-3, with Odegaard feeding Haaland and Sorloth.
| Team | Probable Shape | Projected XI |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | 4-2-3-1 | J. Hassan; H. Ali; R. Sulaka; S. Natiq; M. Doski; A. Al Ammari; Z. Iqbal; I. Bayesh; Y. Amyn; A. Jasim; A. Hussein |
| Norway | 4-3-3 | O. Nyland; J. Ryerson; K. Ajer; L. Ostigard; D. Wolfe; S. Berge; P. Berg; M. Odegaard; A. Nusa; E. Haaland; A. Sorloth |
These are projected options, not confirmed selections. Final fitness, coach decisions, and training information can change the starting XI. Iraq can add another runner around Hussein if they chase the game. Norway can use Strand Larsen or Bobb if Solbakken wants a different attacking profile.
Iraq vs Norway Live Stream Channels
The Iraq vs Norway live stream channels section focuses on official rights holders and confirmed public routes. Iraq viewers should check beIN Sports, Norway viewers should check NRK and TV 2 allocation, and US coverage is listed through FOX and Telemundo routes where available.
| Country | TV Channel | Streaming Route | Access Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iraq | beIN Sports | beIN CONNECT / beIN platforms where listed | rights-holder access required |
| Norway | NRK / TV 2 allocation yet to be confirmed | NRK TV / TV 2 Play where listed | free-to-air and rights-holder routes |
| United States | FOX / Telemundo | FOX One / FOX Sports app / Peacock where listed | rights-holder access required |
| United Kingdom | BBC / ITV allocation yet to be confirmed | BBC iPlayer / ITVX where listed | free-to-air |
| Canada | TSN / CTV / RDS | TSN app / CTV / RDS platforms | rights-holder access required |
| Australia | SBS | SBS On Demand | free-to-air |
| India | match-specific channel allocation yet to be confirmed | ZEE5 where listed | rights-holder access required |
Viewers should recheck official broadcaster schedules close to kickoff. Country rows reflect current public rights-holder information where available. If a row says match-specific allocation is yet to be confirmed, treat the exact channel as pending until the broadcaster posts its schedule.
Iraq Preview
Iraq enter ranked No. 57 in the 11 June FIFA men’s ranking and carry a last-five form line of D-D-W-W-W. They scored 6 goals and conceded 3 across the current public sample. Iraq’s route depends on defensive distances, set pieces, and fast counter-attacks.
Iraq enter under Graham Arnold after ending a 40-year World Cup absence through the inter-confederation playoff.
Iraq Current Form and Key Players
Aymen Hussein is Iraq’s key route because his set-piece and penalty-box threat can decide a low-event match. Al Ammari and Iqbal need clean first passes after recoveries, while Ali Jasim must make counters last. Iraq need compact defending, clean set-piece delivery, and quick support around Hussein.
Norway Preview
Norway enter ranked No. 31 in the 11 June FIFA men’s ranking and carry a last-five form line of W-W-L-D-W. They scored 12 goals and conceded 5 across the current public sample. Norway also lead the support stats page in xG, goals, shot volume, and shots on target.
Norway return to the World Cup for the first time since 1998 with Erling Haaland, Martin Odegaard, Alexander Sorloth, Antonio Nusa, and Sander Berge in the core.
Norway Current Form and Key Players
Erling Haaland gives Norway their main elite finishing threat route. Odegaard can move Iraq’s block with passing angles, while Nusa and Sorloth can stretch the back line. Norway need Odegaard on the ball early and Haaland supplied before Iraq settle into a low block.
Match Prediction
The Iraq vs Norway prediction is Norway 3-1 Iraq. The probability split is 17 percent Iraq, 21 percent draw, and 62 percent Norway. The confidence level is 66 percent because Norway have a clear attacking edge, while Iraq can still slow the game through structure and set pieces.
Norway sit 31st in the 11 June FIFA ranking, while Iraq sit 57th. Norway scored 12 goals across the current five-match public sample. Iraq can keep the game tight if Hussein and Al Ammari turn set pieces into pressure. Iraq can challenge the pick if they survive the first wave and turn dead balls into shots. Norway should create enough chances if Odegaard receives clean possession between Iraq’s midfield lines.
Head to Head Record
FIFA and major match-data sources list Iraq vs Norway as a first verified senior A-team meeting.
| Stat | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Meetings | 0 |
| Iraq Wins | 0 |
| Draws | 0 |
| Norway Wins | 0 |
| World Cup Meetings | 0 |
The Iraq vs Norway head to head record starts at zero for both sides. The 2026 match will create the first verified senior entry. Current form, ranking, and squad quality matter more than historical patterns here.
Key Stats Comparison
The Iraq vs Norway stats snapshot gives Norway the edge in ranking, xG, goals per match, total shots, shots on target, and possession. Iraq’s defensive results are closer, which gives Arnold a path to keep the scoreline tight. Live-event numbers such as passes, cards, substitutions, and final xG remain yet to be confirmed before kickoff.
| Stat | Iraq | Norway |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 57 | 31 |
| Recent Form | D-D-W-W-W | W-W-L-D-W |
| Goals Scored in Listed Sample | 6 | 12 |
| Goals Conceded in Listed Sample | 3 | 5 |
| Projected xG | 0.94 | 1.76 |
Group I includes France, Senegal, Iraq, Norway. The World Cup 2026 standings will become clearer after France vs Senegal and Iraq vs Norway both finish. Readers following the same group can also use the France vs Senegal match hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Iraq vs Norway kick off?
Iraq vs Norway kicks off on 16 June 2026 at 18:00 ET / 22:00 UTC / 23:00 BST / 00:00 CEST on 17 June / 01:00 AST in Iraq on 17 June / 03:00 PKT on 17 June. The local venue time is 18:00 ET.
Where is Iraq vs Norway being played?
The match is being played at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The venue is commonly known as Gillette Stadium.
Are the Iraq vs Norway lineups confirmed?
Official lineups are yet to be confirmed. The projected XIs use squad status, current roles, and coach patterns.
What TV channel has Iraq vs Norway?
Iraq viewers should check beIN Sports, Norway viewers should check NRK and TV 2 allocation, and US coverage is listed through FOX.
What is the Iraq vs Norway prediction?
The current FWCTimes prediction is Norway 3-1 Iraq. Norway have the attacking edge, while Iraq need set pieces and compact defending.
Iraq vs Norway gives Group I a sharp contrast between Iraq’s emotional World Cup return and Norway’s elite attacking ceiling. Iraq need a compact, low-error match to stay alive, while Norway need a controlled win to support their knockout push. Official lineups and some match-specific channel allocations remain yet to be confirmed, so the hub should be checked again before kickoff.
