Egypt and Iran meet in a crucial World Cup 2026 group stage encounter. The match kicks off on Saturday, 27 June at 4 AM (BST) at Lumen Field, Seattle, Washington.
Both teams approach this fixture with strong chances of qualification after recent positive results. Egypt secured their first World Cup win against New Zealand, while Iran impressively drew with Belgium. This sets the stage for a tense and potentially decisive game.
Discover where to watch the match and our expert prediction for Egypt vs. Iran, along with the expected lineups for this encounter.
Match Overview - Egypt vs. Iran
- Egypt gained confidence from their historic first World Cup win against New Zealand. A victory in this final group match secures their knockout stage qualification.
- Iran has shown resilience, drawing with Belgium and New Zealand in their opening matches. This marks the first time they have avoided defeat in their first two World Cup games.
- With no prior head-to-head data, this match is an unknown challenge. Crucially, qualification for the knockout rounds is at stake in this final group stage game.
Head-to-Head Record
- No historical head-to-head data exists for Egypt and Iran.
- Both Egypt and Iran remain unbeaten in the World Cup 2026; Egypt has one win and one draw, while Iran has two draws.
- Egypt averages 2.0 goals per match, while Iran averages 1.0 goal.
- Mohamed Salah contributed to three of Egypt’s four goals (one goal, two assists).
- Iran kept a clean sheet against Belgium in their recent game.
- Defender Ramin Rezaeian contributed to both of Iran’s goals (one goal, one assist).
- Egypt’s Mostafa Ziko recorded one goal and one assist.
- Iran’s Mohammad Mohebi scored one goal.
Egypt Form and Team News
Egypt enters this crucial World Cup 2026 match unbeaten. They started with a 1-1 draw against Belgium, followed by a historic 3-1 victory over New Zealand, accumulating four points.
This win was their first-ever in World Cup history, significantly boosting morale. Star attacker Mohamed Salah has been crucial, contributing one goal and two assists in two appearances.
Yet, they will have to face Iran without Abdelmaguid and Fathy. A positive result would see them reach the knockout stages for the first time.
Iran Form and Team News
Iran enters this decisive match with a strong defensive form, drawing their first two World Cup 2026 games. They held Belgium to a goalless draw and drew 2-2 with New Zealand.
This marks the first time Iran has avoided defeat in their initial two tournament games, demonstrating real resilience. Goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand shone against Belgium, and their organised defence is vital to containing Egypt’s attack.
No injuries on Iran’s side. Defender Ramin Rezaeian has been influential with a goal and an assist. This attacking output, coupled with their defensive solidity, gives Iran a strong chance to qualify.
Egypt vs. Iran Prediction: a tight and decisive match
Egypt comes into this decisive match with momentum, having secured their first-ever World Cup win. With Mohamed Salah in fine form, their attack looks sharp, making "Both Teams to Score" a real possibility against a solid Iranian defence.
Iran has proven to be a tough opponent, earning draws against both Belgium and New Zealand. Their resilience suggests a cautious start, and with so much at stake for qualification, a "Draw at Half-Time" could be on the cards.
Considering Iran’s defensive organisation and Egypt’s recent attacking confidence, this match is finely balanced. A draw seems a likely outcome, as both teams will be desperate to avoid a defeat that could end their tournament hopes.
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| Double Chance & Over/Under | Both teams to score | |
| Money Line | A draw at half-time | |
The odds mentioned were collected during the writing of this prediction and may change. Always check with the bookmaker for the latest information.
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| Double Chance & Over/Under | Both teams to score | |
| Money Line | A draw at half-time | |
Where to Watch Egypt vs. Iran
For those wondering where to watch Egypt vs. Iran, there is currently no broadcast information available.
- TV: BBC Sport (Gbr), BBC Two (Gbr)
- Streaming: BBC iPlayer (Gbr), BBC Sport app (Gbr), BBC Radio 5 Live (Gbr)
Egypt vs. Iran Predicted Lineups
As this World Cup 2026 group stage match approaches, the potential starting XIs offer insight into each team’s game plan. The predicted Egypt lineup points towards a strategy focused on controlling the midfield and building attacks with confidence. In response, the probable Iran lineup appears set to counter with a balanced approach, blending defensive solidity with quick transitions to create scoring chances. Both managers will be finalising their adjustments, hoping to find the winning combination for this crucial encounter.
Egypt
Shobeir; Hany, Ibrahim, Rabia, Fatouh; Attia, Ashour, Lasheen, Salah, Ziko; Marmoush.
Manager: Hossam Hassan.
Iran
Beiranvand; Rezaeian, Kanaani, Khalilzadeh, Nemati, Hajsafi; Mohebi, Ezatolahi, Jahanbakhsh, Ghoddos; Taremi.
Manager: Amir Ghalenoei.
Match Details
Here are the match details:
- Match: Egypt vs. Iran
- Competition: World Cup 2026
- Date: 27/06/2026
- Kick-off: 4 AM (BST)
- Venue: Lumen Field, Seattle, United States
- Broadcast: BBC iPlayer (Gbr), BBC Radio 5 Live (Gbr), BBC Sport app (Gbr), BBC Sport (Gbr), BBC Two (Gbr)
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