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France XI vs Iraq: Predicted Lineup and Confirmed Team News
Saliba to start despite managing pain as France field attacking 4-2-3-1 lineup against Iraq, who lost 4-1 to Norway.
- On Monday, June 22, 2026, France faces Iraq at Philadelphia Stadium in World Cup Group I, with victory confirming passage to the knockout stages.
- Following a 3-1 opening victory against Senegal, France enters as favorites, while Iraq arrives after a 4-1 loss to Norway where Aymen Hussain scored in the 39th minute.
- Defender William Saliba remains alongside Dayot Upamecano despite admitting he is playing through pain, stating "I've been gritting my teeth" to participate in this summer's tournament.
- Manager Didier Deschamps cited squad management in sidelining midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni; AS Roma's Manu Kone replaces him to partner with Adrien Rabiot in midfield.
- Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe, who scored twice in the opener, chases his 100th international cap while holding 14 World Cup finals goals, two behind Miroslav Klose and Lionel Messi's shared record.
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