On June 1st, the Iraqi Football Federation announced that the national team will wear their traditional white kit in their first two matches against Norway (June 17th) and France (June 23rd) in Group I.

In their final match against Senegal on June 26th, the West Asian representatives will wear green kits – a color closely associated with Iraqi football identity. The choice of kit color follows the regulations of the International Football Federation (FIFA) regarding home and away team uniforms, while also ensuring a clear distinction from their opponents in each match.

Iraq national team. Photo: the-afc.com

At the 2026 World Cup, Iraq is in a challenging group alongside France – one of the top contenders for the title – as well as Norway and Senegal. Despite this, the team nicknamed "The Lions of Mesopotamia" still aims to compete for a place in the knockout rounds. Iraq's appearance at the biggest football event on the planet is seen as a significant milestone for their football, carrying the expectation of creating surprises against their more highly-rated opponents.

With preparations complete, from squad selection to kit, Iraq is heading into the 2026 World Cup with the determination to assert the position of West Asian football on the global stage.

VNA

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