Spain to Face Iraq in 2026 World Cup Warm-Up Match

The Spanish Football Federation has officially announced that Spain will play Iraq in a friendly on 4 June 2026 as part of its preparations for the 2026 World Cup. The match will serve as an important tune-up for both sides ahead of the tournament. Spain has called up nine players from outside its official World Cup squad to give the first-choice group time to rest. The move forms part of its broader preparation plan before the competition begins. Iraq, led by coach Graham Arnold, will use the match to test its readiness against a strong opponent. The game offers a significant opportunity for Iraq to measure its preparation level against one of Europe’s top national teams. Iraq is drawn in the same World Cup group as France, Senegal and Norway. The friendly adds another high-level fixture to Iraq’s build-up to the tournament.