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France carry the deeper squad and the sharper edge in the final third, and a group-stage fixture against Iraq should reward their patience against a side likely to defend in numbers. Iraq's best route to a result lies in frustration and set pieces, but France have the tools to break a low block and the defensive discipline to limit the counter. A controlled win is the most probable outcome, with the margin hinging on how early the first goal arrives.

• France's attacking depth and individual quality
• Iraq's likely low defensive block
• Timing of the opening goal

Mon 22 Jun · 21:00 UTC