France will be looking to secure their spot in the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup with a win against Iraq tonight. Nothing from Iraq's performance against Norway on matchday one suggests that they stand any chance of upsetting the odds against one of the favourites to lift the famous trophy next month.
We've created a 28/1 bet builder tip just for tonight's clash, so read on to find out all teh details.
Here is a breakdown of each of the selections that make up our bet builder tip for France vs Iraq...
Match Result & Over 3.5 - France / over 3.5 goals
France have won nine of their last 11 international matches across all competitions, and six of their last eight outings have produced over 3.5 total goals, while underdogs Iraq have lost their last two fixtures, which include a hefty 4-1 defeat to Norway in their opening group game.
Anytime Goalscorer - Kylian Mbappe
Kylian Mbappe looked exceptional in the second half of France's 3-1 win over Senegal last time out, scoring two beautiful goals. Mbappe was the top goalscorer in Qatar 2022 and scored 42 times in just 44 matches for Real Madrid last season.
Player To Score Or Assist - Michael Olise
Michael Olise provided the creative spark for France against Senegal on matchday one, setting up one goal and creating a handful of other chances. The Bayern Munich forward was sensational in the Bundesliga last season, scoring 15 goals and providing 19 assists.
Player To Be Carded - Zaid Tahseen
Zaid Tahseen struggled against Erling Haaland and co as Iraq were beaten 4-1 in their opening match. The 25-year-old defender played the full 90 minutes, committed more fouls than any other player (3) and was shown his team's only booking. Tahseen will face an even tougher test against France's attack tonight.
Player 2+ Fouls Won - Michael Olise
Michael Olise was France's most fouled player in the game against Senegal, drawing two fouls during the full 90 minutes. As well as scoring and setting up goals, Olise wins a lot of fouls; in fact, the former Crystal Palace man drew 58 fouls in 32 Bundesliga appearances last season.
Anytime Goalscorer - Désiré Doué
Désiré Doué impressed against Senegal last time out despite not scoring one of France's three goals. The PSG starlet who scored seven times in Ligue and five times in the Champions League last season has a great eye for goal, and we're confident that he will prove too much for the Iraqi defence to handle.
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