Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Kickoff 6:00 PM ET at Gillette Stadium, Boston
Iraq vs Norway - Tuesday, June 16, 2026 - World Cup 2026 Match 18
Tue, Jun 16
Date
6:00 PM
Kickoff (ET)
Group Stage
Round
I
Group
Where to watch Iraq vs Norway
All countries →Official rights-holders by country. Streaming-only services and free-to-air channels are tagged.
- FOX(TV, English, FOX + FS1)
- Telemundo(TV, Spanish, Telemundo + Universo)
- Peacock(stream, Spanish, all 104 matches)
- FOX Sports App(stream, English, FOX live stream)
- BBC(TV, Free-to-air, BBC One/Two)
- BBC iPlayer(stream, Free)
- ITV(TV, Free-to-air, ITV1)
- ITVX(stream, Free)
- SBS(TV, Free-to-air)
- SBS On Demand(stream, Free)
- TF1(TV, Free-to-air)
- beIN Sports(TV, Premium)
- La 1 (RTVE)(TV, Free-to-air)
- RTVE Play(stream, Free)
- TV Pública(TV, Free-to-air)
- DSports(TV, Premium)
- Telefe(TV, Selected matches)
- KBS / MBC / SBS(TV, Pool coverage)
- Coupang Play(stream, Streaming)
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Match-day essentials - Gillette Stadium
Gates open
Gates typically open 90 minutes before kickoff for FIFA World Cup matches. Confirm exact times on the FIFA app once your tickets appear.
Bag policy
Clear bag only - max 12"×6"×12". One small clutch (4.5"×6.5") allowed.
Tickets
Mobile-only via the FIFA app. Save your ticket offline before leaving for the stadium and bring government photo ID matching your FIFA ID account.
Cash or card
Cashless. Cards and mobile pay only.
Best way to get there
MBTA Commuter Rail (match-day special)
Foxboro Station service from South Station Boston runs only on match days. $10-20 round trip, 60-75 min. Limited service - check schedule.
When to arrive
Arrive 90-120 min early. Gillette is 45 km from Boston so plan transit carefully - MBTA match-day train fills up 90 min pre-match.
Venue
Boston, Massachusetts - 64,628 capacity - Open roof
Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts is home to the New England Patriots - one of the most successful dynasties in NFL history - and the New England Revolution MLS club. A 2023 renovation added the iconic 22-story Lighthouse tower. Boston, one of America's most educated and internationally minded cities, will attract a cosmopolitan World Cup crowd.
Address
1 Patriot Pl, Foxborough, MA 02035, USA
About This Match
Iraq face Norway in the Group Stage of Group I on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. Iraq are ranked #57 in the world and managed by Jesús Casas; Norway sit at #31 under Ståle Solbakken. The match kicks off at 18:00 local time at Gillette Stadium in Boston.
Iraq
Iraq make a historic return to the World Cup stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ending a staggering 40-year absence since Mexico 1986 - one of the tournament's most remarkable comeback stories. The Lions of Mesopotamia, coached by Spanish tactician Jesús Casas, have steadily improved in Asian football, winning the 2023 Gulf Cup and performing competitively in AFC qualification. Group I against France, Senegal, and Norway is an enormously difficult draw that could test Iraq's defensive resolve game after game. But Iraq's qualification alone is a story of national pride, political resilience, and the enduring power of football to unite a nation that has faced extraordinary challenges.
Read Iraq preview →Norway
Norway arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with one of the most explosive striker-playmaker partnerships in world football - Manchester City's Erling Haaland, the most prolific scorer in Premier League history, and Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard as the creative fulcrum. The Viking warriors' return to the World Cup stage ends a 28-year absence since France 1998, and there is genuine excitement about what this Norwegian generation can achieve on the biggest stage. Group I against France, Senegal, and Iraq is a challenging draw, but Norway have the firepower to beat anyone on their day. If Haaland stays fit and Ødegaard delivers, Norway could be a genuine dark-horse contender for the knockout rounds.
Read Norway preview →Recent Form
Last results for Iraq and Norway in pre-tournament friendlies. Updated through the FIFA window.
Iraq
DW- Jun 4at Spain1-1
- May 29at Andorra1-0
Norway
DW- Jun 7at Morocco1-1
- Jun 1vs Sweden3-1
Prediction Market Odds
Live implied probabilities from Kalshi prediction markets. Norway are the market favourite to win Group I.
Iraq
Champion outright: 1.0%
Norway
Champion outright: 2.5%
Where to Watch Iraq vs Norway
FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasters by region. All host-country networks carry every match. Streaming apps are typically gated by region or by a paid subscription.
United States
FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish)
FOX Sports app, Peacock
Canada
TSN, CTV, ICI Tou.tv (French)
TSN+, Crave
Mexico
TUDN, Canal 5, TV Azteca
ViX, TUDN app
United Kingdom
BBC One, ITV1
BBC iPlayer, ITVX
Australia
Optus Sport
Optus Sport app
Verify the exact channel on your provider's guide. Channels can shift between siblings (e.g. FOX → FS1) match by match.
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Iraq vs Norway - FAQ
When is Iraq vs Norway in the 2026 World Cup?+
Iraq vs Norway is on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 with kickoff at 18:00 local time at Gillette Stadium in Boston.
Where is Iraq vs Norway being played?+
The match is at Gillette Stadium in Boston, Massachusetts. Capacity 64,628, Open roof.
What round is Iraq vs Norway?+
It's a Group Stage (Group I) match - match number 18 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How do I get to Gillette Stadium for Iraq vs Norway?+
MBTA Commuter Rail (match-day special): Foxboro Station service from South Station Boston runs only on match days. $10-20 round trip, 60-75 min. Limited service - check schedule.
What time should I arrive at Gillette Stadium?+
Arrive 90-120 min early. Gillette is 45 km from Boston so plan transit carefully - MBTA match-day train fills up 90 min pre-match.
What is Iraq's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Iraq is ranked #57 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Jesús Casas. Their best World Cup result is Group Stage.
What is Norway's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Norway is ranked #31 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Ståle Solbakken. Their best World Cup result is Round of 16.