Iraq
Norway
Final score, goalscorers and match facts
Iraq vs Norway was played on June 17, 2026 and finished 1-4. The match was played at Gillette Stadium (Foxborough) in the Group I.
Half-time: 1-2
Goalscorers
- Hussein 39'
- Haaland 29'
- Haaland 43'
- Østigård 76'
- Hussein 90+6' (o.g.)
- Attendance
- 63,106
- Referee
- Pierre Atcho
Match Analysis
The Iraq-Norway match at the Gillette Stadium was one of the highlighted encounters in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup. Under the management of Graham Arnold, Iraq sought to showcase Asian football on the international stage amidst tough competition. Previous losses to Norway and other teams had made this match crucial for Iraq's hopes of advancing further in the tournament.
On the other hand, Norway celebrated its return to the World Cup after 1998, securing a spot in the last 32 with strong performances in the group stage. Erling Haaland's standout play has been instrumental in Norway's success, drawing attention to the Scandinavian team's potential. In front of a packed crowd at Gillette Stadium, Norway demonstrated its prowess as a formidable opponent in this tournament.