Iraq vs Lebanon Preview & Prediction | 2026 International Friendly
by Alex Lawes ·
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Iraq, off the back of playing at FIFA World Cup 2026, continue the new international cycle with a friendly against Lebanon at the Basra International Stadium.
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How to watch on TV & online: UK – Not televised & cannot be streamed / USA – Not televised & cannot be streamed
Iraq vs Lebanon prediction
Former Australia boss Graham Arnold remains in charge of Iraq but he has come under some scrutiny after the Iraqis were eliminated from the group stages of the AFC Arabian Gulf Cup last month, only managing to defeat Kuwait in the group stages.
Lebanon head into this one on the back of a mixed international break last month in which they hammered the Maldives by six goals to nil before losing 3-1 against Kyrgyz Republic. That defeat was their third loss in four matches since a six-match unbeaten run of form.
The Lebanese could do with getting back on track and showing improvement once again, as they had done in the last half a decade or so, but Iraq remain favourites with their home advantage to earn Arnold some respite.
Iraq vs Lebanon tip: Iraq to win
