Iraq National Team to Face Spain in Friendly Match Ahead of World Cup

BAGHDAD, Iraq — Iraq's national football team will face Spain in a friendly match Thursday at Riazor Stadium in A Coruña, Spain, as part of preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Both teams are positioned in competitive qualifying groups for the tournament. The match offers coaching staff from both nations an opportunity to test tactical approaches ahead of the World Cup. Following the Spain friendly, Iraq will travel directly to the United States to complete its pre-tournament training camp. The team is scheduled to play its final World Cup warm-up match against Venezuela on June 10. Kickoff in Iraq, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia is set for 22:00 local time. Fans can watch the match live via the TOD streaming platform on mobile devices and smart TVs. The game is also expected to air on beIN Sports.