Iraq fans ‘proud’ and joyful despite World Cup loss to France
France defeated Iraq 3-0 in a World Cup match in Philadelphia. Iraqi fans expressed pride and joy over the team's performance. This was the third World Cup match hosted in Philadelphia this summer.
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The match is confirmed as the third 2026 Men's World Cup game held in Philadelphia.
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Iraqi supporters celebrate World Cup return after France loss
confidence 90%France defeated Iraq 3-0 in a World Cup match in Philadelphia. Iraqi fans expressed pride and joy over the team's performance. This was the third World Cup match hosted in Philadelphia this summer.
What's confirmed:
- France beat Iraq 3-0 in a World Cup match in Philadelphia.
- Iraqi supporters felt proud and joyful despite the loss.
Still unconfirmed:
- Ali Alkabasi first saw Iraq play at a World Cup on television 40 years ago when he was 13.
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Iraq Fans Express Pride Following World Cup Loss to France
confidence 95%France defeated Iraq 3-0 in a World Cup match held in Philadelphia. Despite the result, Iraqi supporters expressed joy and pride over their team's performance and return to the tournament. The match was interrupted by a significant weather delay.
What's confirmed:
- France defeated Iraq 3-0 in a FIFA World Cup match in Philadelphia.
- Kylian Mbappe scored two goals for France.
- Ousmane Dembele scored one goal for France.
- A weather delay lasting nearly two hours occurred during the match.
- Iraqi fans in Philadelphia expressed pride and joy despite the loss.
Still unconfirmed:
- The match marked a return to the World Cup for Iraq after 40 years.
- FIFA's Infantino praised IFA's Younis Mahmoud after the match.