France vs. Iraq prediction, odds, line, time: 2026 World Cup picks - CBS Sports

France and Iraq meet in Group F of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Monday, with France arriving after a 3-1 win over Senegal in its opener where Kylian Mbappé scored two goals. Iraq lost 4-1 to Norway and is making its first World Cup appearance since 1986, setting up the first ever international meeting between the two nations. Kickoff is scheduled for 5 p.m. ET from Philadelphia. Sports betting odds cited from FanDuel Sportsbook list France as a massive -1500 money-line favorite, with Iraq at +3300 and a draw at +1200. The over/under for total goals is 3.5, with the Over at -122. The article also features SportsLine’s Jon Eimer leaning toward Over 3.5, arguing Iraq’s attacking approach and underdog role could still leave scoring chances even if France controls the match.