Fourth Arab team eliminated from 2026 World Cup

The Iraqi national team lost to Senegal by five goals to none in a match during the third round of the group stage of the 2026 World Cup, held at "BMO Field." Senegal's goals were scored by Habib Diara, Ismaila Sarr, Baba Gaye (scoring twice), and Elman Ndaye. As a result of this defeat, Iraq dropped to the last position in the group with no points, and was eliminated early from the tournament in the group stage, becoming the fourth Arab team to exit the World Cup after Tunisia, Qatar, and Jordan.