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Iran played to a 0-0 draw against Belgium in their second Group G match at the 2026 World Cup in Los Angeles. The team opened its campaign with a 2-2 result against New Zealand and will conclude group play against Egypt in Seattle.
Iran and Belgium finished level at 0-0 in their Group G fixture at Los Angeles Stadium during the 2026 World Cup. The result leaves Iran with two points from its opening two matches after a 2-2 draw with New Zealand at the same venue.
Iran relocated its base from Arizona to Tijuana, Mexico, and operates under visa rules that permit entry only on match day with same-day departure required. Multiple members of the backroom staff were denied entry visas for the United States.
Head coach Amir Ghalenoei said Iran are the most oppressed team at the tournament following the New Zealand draw. Andrew Giuliani, executive director of the White House's World Cup taskforce, stated there are discussions going on about the timings for Iran's travel to and from the game against Egypt.
“We came to Los Angeles with pride, competed with honour, and leave with dignity. Thank you Los Angeles for your hospitality.”
The United States, Canada, and Mexico are co-hosting the tournament, and Iran and the United States are in negotiations to end their war. The Football Federation of Iran called on FIFA to uphold principles of neutrality, fairness, and established regulations after its ticket allocation was revoked.
Some ideological spread among the sources; broader cross-spectrum confirmation would strengthen it.
ESPNEgypt recorded its first victory in eight World Cup appearances with a 3-1 group stage result against New Zealand in Vancouver. Mohamed Salah scored once and assisted once. The win lifted Egypt to the top of Group G.
indianexpress.comMohamed Salah scored once and set up another goal to give Egypt its first World Cup victory. The 3-1 win ends a 92-year drought and moves Egypt one point from the round of 32.
nypost.comWyndham Clark captured the 126th U.S. Open on Sunday at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club. Scottie Scheffler finished tied for fourth at even par after a final-round 73.