Didier Deschamps emphasizes caution ahead of France-Iraq World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 3:45 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
French manager Didier Deschamps urges his team to approach their upcoming World Cup match against Iraq with humility. Deschamps, reflecting on France's strong performance in their first game, emphasizes the need to take Iraq seriously after they demonstrated resilience despite a 4-1 loss to Norway. Iraq's solid tactical setup and skilled forwards were highlighted as significant threats. Deschamps has indicated potential lineup changes while maintaining the objective of victory. The match is set to take place as part of Group I action in the tournament.
- •Didier Deschamps calls Iraq a dangerous opponent.
- •France won their first match against Africa's runners-up convincingly.
- •Iraq's tactical discipline was noted despite a loss to Norway.
- •Deschamps may make lineup adjustments for the game.
- •The match is critical for both teams' World Cup ambitions.
- 3:45 PMYahoo Sports — Didier Deschamps warns France “must not underestimate the Iraqi team”
"French manager Didier Deschamps has demanded humility from his team as the joint-favourites gear up to face Iraq in their second World Cup match in Group I.Following a slow and somewhat laboured start...
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