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Iraq, Jordan, Algeria, and Norway finalize World Cup squads and fixtures

Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 11:25 AM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Iraq, Jordan, Algeria, and Norway finalize World Cup squads and fixtures
Summary

Iraq, Jordan, Algeria, and Norway are set to participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, showcasing their squads and match schedules. Iraq returns to the tournament for the first time since 1986 and will face Norway on June 16 in Boston. Jordan makes its debut, playing Austria on June 17. Algeria aims for a strong performance with captain Riyad Mahrez leading the team against Argentina on June 17. Norway, returning after a 28-year absence, opens against Iraq and has significant star power, including Erling Haaland., each team looks to make an impact in their respective groups in the tournament.

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  • •Iraq faces Norway on June 16 in Boston.
  • •Jordan debuts against Austria on June 17.
  • •Algeria plays Argentina in Kansas City on June 17.
  • •Norway opens against Iraq after 28 years away from the World Cup.
  • •Each squad blends domestic and international talent.
Latest Updates
  • 11:25 AMYahoo Sports — Iraq: 2026 World Cup Squad, Fixtures and Schedule
  • 11:25 AMYahoo Sports — Jordan: 2026 World Cup Squad, Fixtures and Schedule
  • 11:25 AMYahoo Sports — Algeria: 2026 World Cup Squad, Fixtures and Schedule
  • 11:25 AMYahoo Sports — Norway: 2026 World Cup Squad, Fixtures and Schedule
  • 11:25 AMYahoo Sports — Senegal: 2026 World Cup Squad, Fixtures and Schedule
  • 11:25 AMYahoo Sports — France: 2026 World Cup Squad, Fixtures and Schedule
What they're saying
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Vladimir Petkovic guides Algeria back to the FIFA World Cup this summer for the first time since 2014.The Desert Foxes make a fifth tournament appearance, following 1982, 1986, 2010 and 2014. Their de...

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Erling Haaland gets his first World Cup this summer as Norway end a 28-year exile from the tournament.The Vikings last appeared at the 1998 World Cup, when they were eliminated by Italy in the last 16...

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Didier Deschamps signs off on his record-breaking reign at the FIFA World Cup this summer, his final tournament after 14 years in charge of France.The 57-year-old has guided France to back-to-back fin...

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