Iraq coach says team ready for France test ahead of World Cup qualifiers

Iraq's national football team head coach said his players are prepared for their upcoming match against France, acknowledging that they have not faced an opponent of France's caliber so far in the tournament. Speaking before the fixture, the coach described France as one of the leading teams in world football and said the Iraqi squad is aiming to deliver its best performance on the field. He added that all players in the squad have trained at the required level and are physically ready for the match. The technical staff said Iraq will deploy a disciplined and organized game plan against the French side. The friendly falls within Iraq's broader preparation program for the 2026 World Cup, during which the team has faced several national sides in test matches. The fixture against France represents one of the toughest challenges in Iraq's pre-tournament schedule. No further details on the match date or venue were immediately available.