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Updated · BBC.com · Jun 16Iraq and Norway Kick Off World Cup Match as 10-Point Player Ratings Open
3 articles · Updated · BBC.com · Jun 16Summary
- Iraq and Norway are now under way in their World Cup match, with BBC Sport opening live player ratings for both teams during the game.
- 10-point voting will remain open until 30 minutes after the final whistle, and only signed-in BBC account users can submit scores.
- No substitutions had been made at the time of the update, leaving both starting lineups unchanged early in the match.
- Final player scores will be published as the average of all user submissions once the rating window closes.
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Haaland has two goals, but can Norway's defense secure their first World Cup win in 28 years against a resilient Iraq? Is Iraq's spirited first half a sign they can survive this 'group of death' or just a fleeting moment of hope? With player strain and logistical issues, is the 48-team World Cup sacrificing quality for FIFA's global ambition and revenue?