Published on: 27/06/2026 - 04:04 Last updated: 27/06/2026 - 06:43
Coverage by Alawwa Mzyani on Mohamed Salah during the match between Egypt and Iran in the World Cup. June 27, 2026. © AFP Egypt is facing Iran early Saturday in Seattle in the final round of Group G matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with hopes of securing first place. Meanwhile, Belgium is playing against New Zealand in Vancouver (Canada).
Egypt only needs one point to secure the top spot in Group G of the 2026 World Cup.
Coach Hossam Hassan is deploying all his attackers to secure the result.
Egypt wants to win to claim the top spot and face a manageable opponent in the next round, while Iran is looking to score a second goal to reach the knockout stage.
A corner kick for Zizo and Iran's defense clears the ball from their area.
Belgium scores the third goal against New Zealand and overtakes Egypt on goal difference.
In the second match of the group, Belgium is leading New Zealand 2-0, but Egypt remains at the top on goal difference while Iran occupies third place with potential qualification pending calculations of remaining matches that will take place Saturday evening.
A misunderstanding between two Egyptian players leads to a missed opportunity in front of the goal following a corner kick from the right side.
The first chance for Egypt came from Trezeguet, who received a pass from Salah from the right side, but the shot was weak and easy for the Iranian goalkeeper.
For the record, Egypt and Belgium have qualified so far with 5 points each.
Maramosh and Attia entered the ranks of Egypt, while Ashour and Saber exited.
Will Egypt win the three points, can Iran determine the encounter? The answer will come in the second half.
A dangerous opportunity for Iran with a header from defender Khalilzadeh almost finding the net after an unlucky exit by goalkeeper Shoubeir, with the ball just outside the goal.
Egypt is applying pressure in these final minutes of the second half.
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