⚽ France vs. Iraq Prediction: World Cup Picks & Best Bets (June 22)
Things could get ugly at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on Monday when France faces Iraq in Group I action. After getting pummeled in the opener against Norway, my France vs. Iraq prediction foresees another colossal beatdown for the Middle Eastern nation.
With Kylian Mbappe leading a cast of superstars, France is an overwhelming favorite to win consecutive matches at -1000 odds, against an Iraq side at +2800 odds. Our World Cup predictions break down why Kylian Mbappe is poised for an historic outing when the action starts at 5 p.m. ET on FOX Sports.
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⚽ France vs. Iraq predictions: Pick to win & player prop bets
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| 💰 Best bets | 📊 Best odds | ⚖️ Wager (units) |
|---|---|---|
| France -2.5 | -135 via DraftKings | 1.5 units -> 1.11 units |
| Kylian Mbappe to score 2 or more goals | +200 via FanDuel | 2 units -> 4 units |
| Over 3.5 total goals | -110 via DraftKings | 1.5 units -> 1.36 units |
| Both teams to score: No | -275 via bet365 | 1 units -> 0.55 units |
⚽ Who will win France vs. Iraq
France has suffered several shocking losses in the World Cup, but it’s hard to envision a scenario in which Didier Deschamps’ star-studded squad drops points against lowly Iraq.
France flexed its muscles in the opener against Senegal, with goals from Kylian Mbappe and Bradley Barcola fueling a 3-1 victory. The win came 24 years after Senegal famously beat France at the 2002 World Cup, in the wake of the Les Bleus’ World Cup and European Championship triumphs.
However, there won’t be a miracle upset on Monday. After beginning its first World Cup in 40 years with a deflating 4-1 loss against Erling Haaland’s Norway, Iraq faces an even more difficult task against France. Anything but a dominant France win will be a huge surprise.
Score prediction: France 7, Iraq 0
💵 My best bet: Mbappe Over 2.5 goals (+900)
After his brace against Senegal gave him 14 career World Cup goals, Mbappe is on the verge of making World Cup history if he can shine again in France's attack against Iraq. Sitting just two goals behind the World Cup's all-time scoring record, Mbappe has a great chance to move ahead of joint leaders Miroslav Klose and Lionel Messi - who matched the record after scoring a hat-trick in his first game at the 2026 World Cup - with another dominant display against Iraq’s inexperienced and shell-shocked defense.
🦶 Who will score in France vs. Iraq?
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Desire Doue, F, France (+105)
For those looking for more value beyond Kylian Mbappe’s inevitable goal(s) against Iraq, Desire Doue offers a compelling option in the anytime goal market. Although he was kept off the scoresheet against Senegal, expect Doue to be highly active in the final third on his way to scoring his first-ever World Cup goal.
While Iraq is focusing on Mbappe, Michael Olise and France’s other attacking stars, there will be plenty of space and opportunities to test the goalkeeper throughout the match. After playing solidly for almost the whole game against Senegal, Doue, who had two shots on target, could be trusted once again with another starting role against Iraq.
Best France vs. Iraq goal-scorer pick: Desire Doue (-275 via bet365)
🥅 Will both teams score in France vs. Iraq?
No, both teams won’t score in Monday’s meeting between France and Iraq. Iraq grabbed a consolation goal against Norway, but there’s little chance of the Usood Al-Rafidain scoring against France’s rock-solid defense.
Iraq will be lucky to get the ball out of its own half. France will likely keep its foot on the gas regardless of the score, inflating its goal differential in the event first place in Group I comes down to a tiebreaker with Norway.
Both teams to score (BTTS) pick: No (-275 via bet365)
💡 How to bet on both teams to score (BTTS)
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📊 France vs. Iraq odds
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📺 How to watch France vs. Iraq
- Date: Monday, June 22
- Kickoff: 5 p.m. ET
- Location: Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia)
- TV: FOX Sports
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