The World Cup 2026 match between Belgium and Iran ended in a goalless draw, leaving both teams with one point after their opening games in Group G.
Belgium had previously drawn 1-1 against Egypt, salvaging a point thanks to an own goal from Romelu Lukaku. Iran, on the other hand, managed a thrilling 2-2 draw with New Zealand, coming back twice during that match.
Match Highlights:
- First Half: Neither team managed to score in the opening half. Belgium’s Kevin De Bruyne, Maxim De Keeper, and Romelu Lukaku all had attempts on goal, but Iranian goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand was up to the task.
- Disallowed Goal: Iran appeared to take the lead in the 25th minute when Mehdi Taremi found the net after a free kick, but the goal was ruled out for offside following a VAR review.
- Close Calls: As the match progressed, both teams exchanged threatening shots. Taremi had a dangerous strike from outside the box, while De Keeper aimed for the bottom corner of Iran’s net. Both goalkeepers made crucial saves to keep the scoreline level.
- Red Card: Belgium faced a setback in the 66th minute when defender Nathan Ngoy was shown a straight red card for a last-man foul, leaving his team at a numerical disadvantage.
- Final Push: In the closing minutes, Belgium pressed hard for a winner, with attempts from Mehele, De Keeper, and Lukebakio. However, Iran’s defense held firm, aided by another strong performance from Beiranvand.
The match concluded with a score of 0-0, leaving both teams with two points after two matches in the tournament.
Group G Standings (After Two Matches):
- Iran: 2 points (2 matches), goal difference 2:2
- Belgium: 2 points (2 matches), goal difference 1:1
- New Zealand: 1 point (1 match), goal difference 2:2
- Egypt: 1 point (1 match), goal difference 1:1
Looking ahead, Iran will face Egypt on June 27, while Belgium is set to meet New Zealand.
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Belgium and Iran played to a 0-0 draw in their World Cup 2026 match, both teams earning a point. The match featured several close calls and a disallowed goal for Iran, highlighting the competitive nature of Group G.