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France prevails over Iraq in lengthy World Cup clash with Cherki's cameo

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Last updated Jun 23, 2026

France prevails over Iraq in lengthy World Cup clash with Cherki's cameo

Summary

France achieved a 3-0 victory against Iraq in a World Cup match on June 23. The game, heavily disrupted by severe weather, saw Kylian Mbappé open the scoring in the 14th minute. After a lengthy delay due to lightning, France capitalized on a defensive error to extend their lead. Rayan Cherki made his appearance in the final 24 minutes as France strengthened their position in Group I, with Mbappé's two goals marking significant milestones in his World Cup career.

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By the Numbers

•Match was heavily disrupted by weather, delaying the second half by over two hours.
•Kylian Mbappé scored two goals, tying him with Miroslav Klose in World Cup goals.
•Rayan Cherki played the last 24 minutes for France.
•Michael Olise assisted Ousmane Dembélé for the third goal in his 20th cap.

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Rayan Cherki took on the final 24 minutes of France’s heavily disrupted 3-0 win over Iraq on Monday night.France strengthened their grip on Group I via an encounter heavily disrupted by severe weath...
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