Live Blog! Belgium vs. Iran at the FIFA World Cup 2026
Second Half 🇧🇪 Belgium vs Iran 🇮🇷
🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — FULL TIME!
The match ends in Inglewood. Belgium and Iran share the points after a tense battle, with standout performances from Alireza Beiranvand and Thibaut Courtois. A draw that tightens the Group G standings.
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🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — BEIRANVAND DENIES BELGIUM AGAIN!
Minute 85: shot from Belgium, struck by Maxim De Cuyper, but once again Alireza Beiranvand produces a superb save to keep the match level in Inglewood. The Iranian goalkeeper continues to be the standout player.
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🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — BELGIUM TRYING TO CONTROL THE FINAL STRETCH
Minute 80: Iran are pushing forward in the closing stages, while Belgium sit deeper after the red card. The Iranian side is finding space, and their counterattacks are becoming increasingly dangerous in Inglewood.
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🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — NGOY SENT OFF!
Minute 62: red card for Ngoy. The Belgium defender brings down Mehdi Taremi, who was through on goal after a turnover. No hesitation from the referee: clear goal-scoring opportunity denied and a straight red card in Inglewood.
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🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — MIRACLE SAVE FROM IRAN’S GOALKEEPER!
Minute 58: magical play from Kevin De Bruyne, who slices through the defense and creates a clear chance for Belgium, but once again Alireza Beiranvand produces a stunning save to keep the score level in Inglewood. The Iranian goalkeeper is absolutely on fire.
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🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — COURTOIS DENIES TAREMI AGAIN
Minute 52: powerful shot from Mehdi Taremi heading toward goal, but Thibaut Courtois comes up with a crucial save to keep it out. Iran are creating serious danger early in the second half in Inglewood.
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🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — BELGIUM COME CLOSE!
Minute 49: a powerful volley from Alexis Saelemaekers goes just wide, hitting the side netting. Belgium continue to push early in the second half in Inglewood.
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🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — SECOND HALF KICKS OFF!
The ball is rolling again in Inglewood. Belgium and Iran look to break the deadlock in the second half of the Group G clash at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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First Half 🇧🇪 Belgium vs Iran 🇮🇷
🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — FIRST HALF COMES TO AN END!
The opening 45 minutes are over in Inglewood. Belgium controlled possession and created the better chances, but Alireza Beiranvand was crucial in keeping Iran alive. We go into halftime goalless.
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🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — BEIRANVAND SHINES AS A WALL
Minute 43: another crucial save from Alireza Beiranvand, keeping Iran alive once again. The Iranian goalkeeper is already one of the standout players in Inglewood, as Belgium continue to pile on pressure.
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🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — BELGIUM STILL PUSHING, BUT WITH LESS THREAT
Minute 40: Belgium continues to control possession and look for the breakthrough, but with less danger in the final third. Iran is sitting deep, well organized, and waiting for counterattack chances in Inglewood.
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🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — IRAN GOAL DISALLOWED!
Minute 24: Iran had scored again after a well-worked move, but Mehdi Taremi’s goal is ruled out for a very tight offside. The match remains level in Inglewood.
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🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — IRAN TAKE THE LEAD!
Minute 24: set-piece routine from a free kick and Mehdi Taremi steps up to score the opener. Brilliant execution from Iran, shocking Belgium and taking the lead in Inglewood.
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🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — BEIRANVAND KEEPS IRAN ALIVE
Minute 21: huge save from Alireza Beiranvand! Iran survive after a strong attempt, but Belgium are now firmly on top of the match in Inglewood.
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🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — COURTOIS KEEPS BELGIUM ALIVE
Minute 13: huge save from Thibaut Courtois! Belgium survives after a strong shot from Saeid Ezatolahi Ghoddos, forcing a crucial intervention in Inglewood.
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🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — BELGIUM PUSHING EARLY PRESSURE
Minute 8: another dangerous attack from Belgium. A shot forces Alireza Beiranvand into a two-save intervention to keep Iran level in Inglewood.
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🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — BELGIUM ON TOP EARLY ON
Minute 7: Kevin De Bruyne tries his luck, but his shot goes wide. Belgium continues to dominate possession and settle into the game in Inglewood.
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🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — BIG SCARE IN INGLEWOOD!
Minute 2: first dangerous chance for Belgium. A strong attacking move ends with the Iranian goalkeeper colliding with Romelu Lukaku and going down injured after the impact.
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🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — FIRST HALF KICKS OFF!
The ball is rolling in Inglewood. The second match of Group G at the FIFA World Cup 2026 is underway.
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Pre Match
🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — TEAMS WALK OUT FOR NATIONAL ANTHEMS!
The teams step onto the pitch ready for the national anthems in Inglewood, in the second match of Group G at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
🇧🇪 🇮🇷 — PRE-MATCH IN INGLEWOOD!
The teams are warming up in Inglewood. Everything is set for the second match of Group G at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Three Points as the Only Mission
Los Angeles will witness an intense battle. Belgium and Iran arrive needing a victory if they want to move closer to the next round of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Both national teams drew their opening matches and know that anything other than a win could complicate their path forward. Neither side wants to reach the final matchday needing three points at all costs.
The race for qualification remains wide open, and this clash could become one of the most important matches in Group G.
Belgium Lineup
Iran Lineup
Belgium: Fighting for Qualification
Belgium enters this match with the obligation to take a step forward after a debut in which they showed dominance but also some doubts. Against Egypt, the team struggled to turn possession and build-up play into clear scoring chances.
The presence of Kevin De Bruyne was once again decisive. The midfielder was responsible for organizing attacks, controlling the tempo, and finding spaces against an Egypt defense that closed down passing lanes effectively. However, Belgium lacked greater efficiency in the final third and missed important opportunities.
For this match, the key will be improving the speed of ball circulation and creating more connections between midfield and attack. Players like Jérémy Doku and Leandro Trossard will need to take advantage of spaces on the wings, while the forwards must be more clinical when chances appear.
Defensively, Belgium will also have to avoid concentration errors. Iran showed that they can cause damage with limited opportunities, so they cannot afford to relax.
A victory would put Belgium in a much more comfortable position heading into the qualification race.
Iran: Looking to Make a Statement
Iran arrives with confidence after proving they can compete against any opponent. In their opening match against New Zealand, they showed personality, resilience, and an attacking approach that, despite creating few chances, was highly effective.
The Iranian team faced some defensive issues, especially with the coordination of their back line, but found solutions thanks to their organization and the experience of their key players.
The figure of Mehdi Taremi will once again be crucial. The forward is not only a threat inside the box but also helps connect the attack and allows Iran to escape the opponent’s pressure.
Against Belgium, the plan seems clear: withstand pressure, close spaces, and take advantage of attacking moments. If they can maintain defensive discipline and repeat the efficiency shown in their debut, they can seriously challenge a Belgium side that is still searching for its best form.
A victory would be a huge statement for Iran and would put them very close to a historic qualification.
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