Iraq names lineup for World Cup group match against France

Iraq's national football team announced its starting eleven for the FIFA World Cup group-stage match against France. The coach officially released the squad, listing the goalkeeper along with the players selected across defense, midfield and attack. France is considered one of the stronger opponents in the tournament, and the lineup was closely followed by fans and football analysts after its release. Group-stage results will directly determine Iraq's chances of advancing to the knockout rounds. The Iraqi national team is preparing to take the field for what the announcement described as a crucial match in the tournament. No further details about the venue or kickoff time were provided in the announcement.