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Iraq vs Norway (2026-06-16T22:00:00.000Z)

FIFA World Cup Round 1
  • Boston Stadium
  • Pierre Ghislain Atcho
1 - 4Full time

Iraq vs Norway (2026-06-16T22:00:00.000Z)


Match review

Iraq 1-4 Norway: Haaland bags brace to star on World Cup debut

Erling Haaland was inevitably the star of the show in Norway's World Cup opener, helping secure a 4-1 win over Iraq at Boston Stadium.


Momentum

    Top stats

    Ball possession
    39%
    61%
  • 0.80
    Expected goals (xG)
    2.52
  • 11
    Total shots
    12
  • 18
    Touches in opposition box
    25

Events

29‎’‎
Erling Haaland (0 - 1)assist by David Møller Wolfe
39‎’‎
43‎’‎
Erling Haaland (1 - 2)
+5 minutes added
76‎’‎
86‎’‎
+6 minutes added
90‎’‎+6
Ayman Hussein (1 - 4)Own goal
6.1

Iraq

4-4-2

7.0

Norway

4-3-3
6.1
Iraq
4-4-2
5.2
12Hassan
7.0
Norway
4-3-3

Coach

Coach

Substitutes

Team form


    Top stats

    Ball possession
    39%
    61%
  • 0.80
    Expected goals (xG)
    2.52
  • 11
    Total shots
    12
  • 18
    Touches in opposition box
    25

Player of the Match

Erling Haaland
Norway
9.2

Events

39‎’‎
43‎’‎
Erling Haaland (1 - 2)
+5 minutes added
76‎’‎
86‎’‎
+6 minutes added
90‎’‎+6
Ayman Hussein (1 - 4)Own goal

About the match

    Iraq faces Norway at Boston Stadium on Tue, Jun 16, 2026, 22:00 UTC. This match is part of the World Cup Grp. I. You can check the recent head-to-head encounters, as well as full H2H record on this page to see how Iraq and Norway have fared against each other in the past. On FotMob, you can follow the Iraq vs Norway live score with a full set of match features, including:

  • Live updates: Every goal, card, substitution and key moment instantly delivered on FotMob.

  • Real-time extensive stats powered by Opta: Possession, shots, corners, big chances created, xG, momentum, and shot maps.

  • The lineups are:
    Iraq (4-4-2): Jalal Hassan - Hussein Ali, Zaid Tahseen, Akam Hashem, Merchas Doski - Ibrahim Bayesh, Zaid Ismael, Amir Al-Ammari, Ali Jasim - Ayman Hussein, Ali Al Hamadi.
    Norway (4-3-3): Ørjan Håskjold Nyland - Julian Ryerson, Kristoffer Ajer, Torbjørn Heggem, David Møller Wolfe - Martin Ødegaard, Sander Berge, Fredrik Aursnes - Alexander Sørloth, Erling Haaland, Antonio Nusa.

  • Injury and suspension information are provided on FotMob ahead of every match, giving you the latest team news before lineups are announced.

  • Team form & Head-to-head history: Compare recent results and see how Iraq and Norway have performed against each other.

  • TV and streaming info: Find out where to watch the match.

  • Live standings: Follow league tables and tournament info in real time.

  • Live odds & insights: Track match favorites and before, during and post match.

  • Commentary & ticker: Rich text commentary for major matches to follow the action even if you can't watch.

  • All of these features make FotMob the best way to follow Iraq vs Norway, whether you're checking the scores or diving into detailed stats. FotMob also covers every team and competition worldwide, with fixtures, results, and squad info available on team pages.

    FotMob is available on the web and as a free app for iOS and Android. Install the app to get notifications, live scores, and full match coverage so you never miss a moment.

Boston StadiumFoxborough, Massachusetts, United States
Capacity64,146
Attendance63,106
98%
SurfaceGrass
Weather conditions
22°C
  • Pierre Ghislain Atcho

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Boston StadiumFoxborough, Massachusetts, United States
Capacity64,146
Attendance63,106
98%
SurfaceGrass
Weather conditions
22°C

About the match

    Iraq faces Norway at Boston Stadium on Tue, Jun 16, 2026, 22:00 UTC. This match is part of the World Cup Grp. I. You can check the recent head-to-head encounters, as well as full H2H record on this page to see how Iraq and Norway have fared against each other in the past. On FotMob, you can follow the Iraq vs Norway live score with a full set of match features, including:

  • Live updates: Every goal, card, substitution and key moment instantly delivered on FotMob.

  • Real-time extensive stats powered by Opta: Possession, shots, corners, big chances created, xG, momentum, and shot maps.

  • The lineups are:
    Iraq (4-4-2): Jalal Hassan - Hussein Ali, Zaid Tahseen, Akam Hashem, Merchas Doski - Ibrahim Bayesh, Zaid Ismael, Amir Al-Ammari, Ali Jasim - Ayman Hussein, Ali Al Hamadi.
    Norway (4-3-3): Ørjan Håskjold Nyland - Julian Ryerson, Kristoffer Ajer, Torbjørn Heggem, David Møller Wolfe - Martin Ødegaard, Sander Berge, Fredrik Aursnes - Alexander Sørloth, Erling Haaland, Antonio Nusa.

  • Injury and suspension information are provided on FotMob ahead of every match, giving you the latest team news before lineups are announced.

  • Team form & Head-to-head history: Compare recent results and see how Iraq and Norway have performed against each other.

  • TV and streaming info: Find out where to watch the match.

  • Live standings: Follow league tables and tournament info in real time.

  • Live odds & insights: Track match favorites and before, during and post match.

  • Commentary & ticker: Rich text commentary for major matches to follow the action even if you can't watch.

  • All of these features make FotMob the best way to follow Iraq vs Norway, whether you're checking the scores or diving into detailed stats. FotMob also covers every team and competition worldwide, with fixtures, results, and squad info available on team pages.

    FotMob is available on the web and as a free app for iOS and Android. Install the app to get notifications, live scores, and full match coverage so you never miss a moment.

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