France beats Iraq 3-0 to qualify for World Cup round of 32

France defeated Iraq 3-0 in the Group I match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Philadelphia. Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring in the 14th minute and added a second goal after a two‑hour storm‑induced delay, while Ousmane Dembélé contributed a goal and an assist. The match, halted for safety due to severe weather, resumed after the interruption and ended with France securing all six points, guaranteeing progression to the knockout stage. Iraq left the tournament winless after its second group game.