- Iraq face off against Oman in the opening fixture of the 2026 Arabian Gulf Cup.
- Oman are coming off a 4-1 win over Mozambique, while Iraq defeated Andorra in their previous international game.
- Iraq are historically ahead of Oman in the head-to-head fixtures, but a win for Oman would make things level.
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Iraq vs Oman - Arabian Gulf Cup: Live Stream Options, TV Channels, Kick-Off Time & Where to Watch

Summary
The 27th edition of the Arabian Gulf Cup is here, as Iraq lock horns with Oman in the opening fixture on Wednesday. This is a Group A fixture, which also consists of Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, who play later in the day.
The Iraq national football team will be playing their first-ever competitive game since the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they had to face a group stage exit, as they lost each of their three games against Norway, France, and Senegal.
They have now lost four of their previous matches, with their last win coming in a friendly over Andorra in May. This is the 18th time that Iraq are competing in this tournament, and have won the competition a total of four times till now, their last success being in 2023.
The Lions of Mesopotamia will look to start things on a good note to improve their chances of a smooth qualification into the knockout rounds. Meanwhile, the Oman national football team are a bit more experienced in this tournament, who are appearing for the 25th time.
They have won this tournament twice, their last triumph being in 2018. They are on a slightly better run of form with two wins, two losses, and one draw in their last five games.
Their most recent victory was against Mozambique in a friendly, while the last time they appeared in competitive football was in the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup, where they finished third in a group consisting of Morocco, Saudi Arabia, and Comoros, thereby failing to qualify for the knockouts.
The head-to-head record is in Iraq's favour now, but a win for The Reds will make things even. Ahead of this all-exciting Arabian Gulf Cup opener, find out where to watch Iraq vs Oman live with us.
Where to watch Iraq vs Oman: Live Streaming Options
Fans are excited for the commencement of the Arabian Gulf Cup, and they wouldn't want to miss out on the opening fixture at all. To know where to watch Iraq vs Oman live, follow the table given below, which lists the official streaming platforms and TV channels where you can enjoy the Iraq vs Oman live streaming from anywhere in the world.
| Country/Region | Streaming Platform(s) | TV Broadcast |
|---|---|---|
| Rest of The World | Onefootball | N/A |
| MENA | Almanasa, Shoof | Alkass One, Al Iraqiya Sports, Al Rabiaa Sport TV |
| Germany | DAZN Germany | Sportdigital FUSSBALL, sportdigital+ |
Iraq vs Oman: Match Information
Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Stadium: Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Sports City Stadium
Date: 23rd September, 2026
Kick-Off Time (GMT): 2:30 PM
Referee: Omar Mohamed Al Ali
VAR Referee: Mohamed Ebeid
Iraq vs Oman: Injuries
There are no reported injuries from either side ahead of this Arabian Gulf Cup opener.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Iraq vs Oman game kick off in Saudi Arabia?
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When does the Iraq vs Oman game kick off in Saudi Arabia?
The Iraq vs Oman game kicks off at 5:30 PM in Saudi Arabia.
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