Iraq vs Norway: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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WORLD
World Cup, Group I
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17 Jun,00:00
1 - 4
Full Time
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Iraq
Norway

Iraq vs Norway Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half1 - 2
29
E. Haaland
scored for Norway
39
A. Hussein
scored for Iraq
43
E. Haaland
scored for Norway
2nd Half1 - 4
76
L. Ostigard
scored for Norway
86
Z. Tahseen
was cautioned
90+6
(Own Goal) A. Hussein
conceded an own goal for Iraq

On 17 June 2026, Iraq face Norway at Gillette Stadium with kickoff scheduled for . This World World Cup, Group I encounter presents another opportunity for both teams to compete and aim for a positive result.

Iraq aim for structural stability in their setup.

Norway generally use a balanced tactical approach.

Recent Form

Iraq

L

Norway

W

Iraq are under pressure after a string of poor results. This could start to affect confidence within the squad.

In contrast, Norway have shown mixed form recently, alternating between good and poor performances. They'll be hoping to stabilize their form in the next fixture.

Recent Form Home/Away

Iraq (Home)

L

Norway (Away)

W
Iraq's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.

There is little difference in Norway's performance across venues.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Iraq

-

Norway

-

Iraq are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. Defensive frailties could be costly.

Similarly, Norway have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. They will need to tighten things up at the back.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Iraq (Home)

-

Norway (Away)

-
Iraq's defensive record is consistent both home and away.

There is little difference in Norway's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Iraq

+

Norway

+

Iraq's matches have been highly entertaining, with goals flowing freely. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.

Also, Norway have been involved in matches with plenty of goals recently. Their matches rarely disappoint in terms of excitement.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Iraq (Home)

+

Norway (Away)

+
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Iraq.

Norway's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.

Scoring Consistency

Iraq

+

Norway

+

Iraq have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.

Likewise, Norway have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Iraq (Home)

+

Norway (Away)

+
There is little difference in Iraq's scoring output across venues.

Norway's ability to score has been consistent home and away.

Match Information
Referee: Pierre Atcho
Venue: Gillette Stadium

Iraq vs Norway Video Content

0-1` Erling Haaland 29
1-1` Aymen Hussein 39
1-2` Erling Haaland 43
1-3` Leo Ostigard 76
1-4` Aymen Hussein(og) 90

Iraq vs Norway Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

0.71
xG
2.62
39
Ball Posession (%)
61
1
Big Chances
5
1
Cautions
0
11
Shots
12
1
Shots on Goal
5
2
Shots Blocked
3
8
Shots inside Box
12
3
Shots outside Box
1
0
Hit Woodwork
0
12
Fouls
13
2
Corner Kicks
5
2
Saves
0
13
Free Kicks
12
1
Offsides
0
327
Passes Total
520
271
Passes Completed
480
75
Passes in the final 3rd Total
98
46
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
72
18
Touches in the Opposition Box
24
19
Tackles Total
16
13
Tackles Completed
10
21
Clearances
22
13
Crosses Total
18
6
Crosses Completed
7
5
Interceptions
3

Iraq vs Norway Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
12
J. Hassan
1
O. Nyland
23
M. Doski
5
D. Wolfe
5
A. Hashem
17
T. Heggem
4
Z. Tahseen
3
K. Ajer
3
H. Ali
26
J. Ryerson
17
A. Jasim
20
A. Nusa
16
A. Al Ammari
14
F. Aursnes
24
Z. Ismail
8
S. Berge
8
I. Bayesh
10
M. Odegaard
9
A. Al-Hamadi
9
E. Haaland
18
A. Hussein
7
A. Sorloth

Iraq vs Norway H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results

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