France Shocked by Ivory Coast Victory, Spain Held by Iraq in World Cup Friendlies

International friendlies ahead of the World Cup saw surprising results. Ivory Coast delivered a stunning win over France. The French side appeared stunned by the outcome. In a separate match, Spain was held to a draw by Iraq. Both games highlighted the competitive nature of the warm‑up fixtures. Coaches noted the performances will influence final squad selections. Fans reacted strongly on social media to the unexpected scores. The matches serve as a final test before the tournament begins.