The Chaldean American Chamber presents a 2026 FIFA World Cup Watch Party – Iraq vs. France

Former Michigan Chaldean soccer clubs, players, and Iraqi-Chaldean soccer fans are invited to a special 2026 FIFA World Cup Game Watch Party celebrating Iraq’s matchup against France.

The event will be held on Monday, June 22, 2026, beginning with a reception and program at 3:00 p.m., followed by kickoff festivities at 5:00 p.m. The gathering will take place at the Chaldean Community Foundation – West, located at 2075 Walnut Lake Road, West Bloomfield (Main Street).

Designed as a reunion-style celebration, the event will bring together former amateur players and community members to reconnect over shared memories of Chaldean and Iraqi soccer history, while cheering on Iraq’s national team on the world stage.

The evening will include dinner and dessert, along with beer, wine, and soft beverages. Guests will also enjoy a slideshow presentation featuring submitted photos from past soccer days—participants are encouraged to email images to Shaddad@chaldeanchmber.com for inclusion. A one-hour video presentation of historic Iraqi Soccer Club matches, curated by Thair Nafso, will also be featured.

Additional highlights include a guided tour of the new Chaldean Community Foundation West facility.

Important Details:

• Invitation only; advance registration required

• Registration deadline: June 15, 2026

• Parking available west of the building near Walnut Lake Road; use main entrance

This event is intended to celebrate community heritage, friendship, and pride in Iraqi soccer on one of the world’s biggest sporting stages.