Senegal vs Iraq Prediction 6/26/2026 Group I Picks

In this article we will formulate a Senegal vs Iraq prediction for this World Cup game on Friday, June 26th at BMO Field in Toronto, Ontario. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this World Cup matchup.

Senegal Betting Preview

Senegal comes into this game after they lost to Norway by a score of 3-2 in their last match. Senegal cut the deficit to 2-1 in the 53rd minute and 3-2 in the third minute of stoppage time, but they fell short in the comeback attempt for the loss. Senegal recorded 16 total shots, four shots on target, and had 58% of the possession in the game. Senegal got both goals from Sarr, while Sarr had three shots on target, and Mendy made three saves in net. 

Senegal started this tournament with a loss to France by a score of 3-1 in their first game. Senegal was tied at zero at halftime, but they allowed three goals in the last 30 minutes for the loss. Senegal recorded six total shots, two shots on target, and had 47% of the possession in the game. Senegal got their goal from Mbaye, while Sarr had three total shots and Mendy made five saves in goal. 

Iraq Betting Preview

Iraq comes into this match after they lost to France by a score of 3-0 in their second game. Iraq trailed 1-0 in the 14th minute and they allowed two more goals in the second half for the lopsided loss. Iraq recorded four total shots, zero shots on target, and had 44% of the possession in the game. Iraq was led by Al Hamadi, who had three total shots, while Basil made two saves in goal. 

Iraq started this World Cup with a loss to Norway by a score of 4-1 in their opening match. Iraq tied the game at one in the 39th minute, but they allowed a goal late in the first half and two more in the second half in the loss. Iraq recorded 11 total shots, one shot on target, and had 39% of the possession in the game. Iraq got their goal from Hussein, while two players had three total shots and Hassan made two saves in net. 

Senegal vs Iraq Prediction

Both of these teams are most likely going to be eliminated after this match, but it is slightly possible for one of them to advance with a win. Senegal has been the better attacking team through two games and they probably would have advanced if they were in an easier group. Iraq has been outscored 7-1 in their first two games and I think they will do everything they can to try and score at least once here. This should be a wide open game with plenty of chances, but I think Senegal is more capable of taking advantage of their chances. Take Senegal team total over 2.5 goals.

David Racey's Pick: Senegal Team Total: Over 2.5