Iraq vs Syria, Fiba Basketball World Cup, 2027 Asian Qualifiers, Today Match Prediction
Iraq
Syria
Iraq and Syria look for their first points in round 2 clash
- Iraq is currently ranked 84th in the world rankings.
- Syria is currently ranked 72nd in the world rankings.
- Their only prior meeting: Iraq defeated Syria 66-53 at the 2017 WABA Men Championship.
Iraq to win and cover the spread (+4.5)
| Tournament: | Fiba Basketball World Cup, 2027 Asian Qualifiers |
| Live Streaming: | Courtside 1891 |
| Venue: | Zouk Mikael, Nouhad Nawfal Sports Complex |
| Tip Off: | 18:30:00 |
Iraq vs Syria Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 2.39 | 1.66 |
Iraq vs Syria Match Prediction & Analysis
Iraq host Syria on February 27, 2026, in a crucial Group C clash at the neutral Nouhad Nawfal Sports Complex in Lebanon. Both sides enter with 0-2 records, making this a genuine must-win for qualification hopes.
While Syria holds a higher FIBA world ranking (72nd vs Iraq's 84th), the stats from Window 1 tell a very different story on the court. Iraq outscores Syria by 16 points per game on average, shoots significantly better from two-point and three-point range, and showed far more competitive performances despite tough draws against Iran.
Syria's shooting efficiency from the field — just 37.7% on twos and a dismal 20.6% from three — will be a major obstacle against an Iraqi defense that showed resilience even against continental heavyweights. If Alibraheemi returns healthy alongside playmaker Galloway, Iraq has the personnel and motivation to control this game.
Current Standings: Both Iraq and Syria are 0-2 in Group C. The winner keeps Second Round qualification hopes alive.
Head-to-Head: Iraq's only prior meeting with Syria in senior men's competition ended in an Iraq victory (66-53 in the 2017 WABA Championship Final). This is their first-ever FIBA Qualifiers encounter.
Iraq vs Syria Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abdullah Alibraheemi | 12 | 5 | 7 | 0/0 |
| Stanley Davis Jr. | 10 | 5 | 2 | 1/0.1 |
Teams Preview
Iraq Preview
Iraq showed tremendous heart in Window 1 of the FIBA Asian Qualifiers, pushing powerhouse Iran to the wire in both games despite ultimately falling 0-2.
In their second game against Iran, Iraq actually led 19-18 at the end of the first quarter, with Abdullah Alibraheemi energizing the squad with a breakaway dunk — before suffering an unfortunate injury that cost them dearly. Iraq showed they can hang with stronger sides when healthy and motivated.
The team's engine is naturalized point guard Ramon Galloway, who brings NBA-level experience and playmaking ability. Iraq averages 69.5 points per game with 31 rebounds and 17 assists. Their two-point shooting (44.9%) is notably stronger than Syria's, and they defend with 31 boards a game.
Iraq on average score 69.5 points per game, they score 44.9% from the field and 35.1% from the arc .The Iraq grab 31 rebounds per game.
Syria Preview
Syria had a bruising Window 1, suffering two heavy defeats to Jordan — including a 100-48 blowout in which Jordan's Jalen Harris nearly outscored the entire Syrian team by himself in the first half alone. Coach Joseph Stiebing was even ejected in the second game after receiving two technical fouls, highlighting the frustration boiling over for the Falcons.
Syria averages only 53.5 points per game with a poor 37.7% on two-point field goals and just 20.6% from three, making them one of the least efficient offenses in Group C. Veteran forward Stanley Davis Jr. (31) is their most experienced offensive weapon and will need a breakout performance to keep Syria competitive here.
Syria on average score 53.3 points per game, they score 37.7% from the field and 20.6% from the arc and they grab 33.5 rebounds per game.
Iraq vs Syria Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Ramon Galloway |
| SG | Abdullah Alibraheemi |
| SF | Ihab Al-Zuhairi |
| PF | Farid Radi Mahdi Barushki |
| C | Mohammed Amin Abdulqader |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Stanley Davis Jr |
| SG | Andree Michelsson |
| SF | Omar Cheikh Ali |
| PF | Christian James Maran |
| C | Hani Adribi |
IRAQ vs SYRIA
Winning PredictionIraq's superior shooting efficiency, stronger offensive output (69.5 vs 53.5 ppg), and the morale boost from near-upsets against Iran make them the clear favorites here. Syria's shooting woes and heavy morale damage from the Jordan games give Iraq a significant edge. We back Iraq to claim their first points in Window 2.
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