Published on: 27/06/2026 - 04:04 Last updated: 27/06/2026 - 06:43
Coverage by Alaa Maziyani on Mohamed Salah during the match between Egypt and Iran in the World Cup. June 27, 2026. © AFP Egypt faces Iran early Saturday in Seattle, in the final round of the group stage of the World Cup 2026, with an eye on securing first place. At the same time, Belgium is playing against New Zealand in Vancouver (Canada).
Egypt needs only one point to secure first place in Group G of the World Cup 2026.
Coach Hossam Hassan is bringing all his forwards to secure the result.
Egypt wants to win to take the lead and face an easier opponent in the next round, while Iran aims to score a second goal to reach the second round.
A corner kick for Zizo, and Iran's defense clears the ball from their area.
Belgium scores the third goal against New Zealand, taking the lead from Egypt on goal difference.
In the second match of the group, Belgium leads New Zealand 2-0, but Egypt remains at the top on goal difference, with Iran in third place and able to qualify after accounting for the remaining matches to take place on Saturday evening.
Misunderstanding between Egyptian players and a missed opportunity in front of the goal following a corner kick from the right side.
The first chance for Egypt through Trezeguet, who received a pass from Salah from the right side, but the shot is weak and easily handled by the Iranian goalkeeper.
As a reminder, Egypt and Belgium are qualified so far with 5 points each.
Substitutions for Egypt: Marwan and Atiyah enter, while Ashour and Saber exit.
Will Egypt win the three points, will Iran settle the confrontation? The answer in the second half.
A dangerous chance for Iran, and defender Khalilzadeh's header almost finds the net after an unsuccessful exit by goalkeeper Shobeir, and the ball goes just outside the goal.
Egyptian pressure in these final minutes of the second half.
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