Norway dominated Iraq in their Group I opener at Gillette Stadium, securing a commanding 4-1 victory. Erling Haaland proved the difference-maker, scoring twice in the first half to establish control. Iraq pulled one back through A. Hussein in the 39th minute, but Norway's superior possession and clinical finishing proved decisive. Ostigard added a third in the 76th minute before Hussein's own goal sealed the result. Norway controlled the match with 61 percent possession and five shots on goal compared to Iraq's one, while maintaining an 89 percent pass completion rate. The victory gives Norway three points and an early advantage in the group race, while Iraq faces an uphill battle after the heavy defeat. Haaland's two-goal performance earned him player of the match honors with an 8.2 rating.