Iraq and Norway face off in an intriguing Group I opener, with both nations aiming to begin their World Cup campaign on a positive note. Given the number of top-class players in Stale Solbakken's team, we predict a 3-1 away win. Iraq will be full of belief after holding Spain to a respectable 1-1 draw in a recent friendly, proving they can compete with elite opposition. However, the Lions of Mesopotamia have been dealt a significant setback with left-back Ahmed Yahya ruled out of the tournament through injury. Iraq have shown resilience in recent months, losing only two of their last ten matches while conceding just 0.8 goals per game on average.
Norway, meanwhile, arrive in excellent spirits following an impressive warm-up schedule. The Scandinavians defeated Sweden 3-1 before earning a credible 1-1 draw with Morocco, further underlining their growing confidence. Much of the spotlight will be on star duo Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard, who are expected to lead the charge. Norway have been one of the most entertaining teams in recent months, averaging 3.1 goals scored per game and 3.9 total goals per match across their last ten outings. They have also found the net in nine of those ten matches, highlighting their attacking consistency.
As Norway have won six of their last ten matches and possess significantly more attacking quality than their opponents, Away Win should be considered. Additionally, Norway to Win First Half and Erling Haaland to Score bets boast big value.
This World Cup 2026 match will be played on Tuesday 16 June 2026 at 23:00.
What is our Iraq vs Norway prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Iraq 1 - 3 Norway
Iraq vs Norway Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 1-3 @ 1100 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes @ 125 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -500 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Over 3.5 Goals @ 162 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals @ -163 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -500 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Erling Haaland @ -250 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Erling Haaland @ 175 Odds
- To be Booked: Aimar Sher @ 220 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Norway -1.5 @ -154 Odds
- European Handicap: Norway -1 @ -150 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 7.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 9.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 162 Odds
- Double Chance: 12 @ -900 Odds
- Draw No Bet: Norway to Win @ -2000 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: Norway to Win/Norway to Win @ -150 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Norway - No @ 110 Odds
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View OfferIraq Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | ddwwwllwwd | 1.80 |
| Home | www | 3.00 |
| Away | ddwllwd | 1.29 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 100% | 29% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 1.90 | 3.00 | 1.43 |
| Scored | 1.10 | 2.00 | 0.71 |
| Conceded | 0.80 | 1.00 | 0.71 |
| BTTS | 50% | 100% | 29% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 0% | 43% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 0% | 43% |
| Expected Goals | 0.91 | 1.04 | 0.85 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.41 | 1.41 | 1.41 |
Norway Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wwwdwwldwd | 2.10 |
| Home | wwwdwdw | 2.43 |
| Away | wld | 1.33 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 60% | 71% | 33% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.90 | 4.14 | 3.33 |
| Scored | 3.10 | 3.57 | 2.00 |
| Conceded | 0.80 | 0.57 | 1.33 |
| BTTS | 70% | 57% | 100% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 43% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 10% | 14% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.82 | 2.11 | 1.15 |
| Expected Goals Against | 0.98 | 0.76 | 1.51 |
Iraq vs Norway Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
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