The Egypt national football team is preparing to face Iran in the third and final round of the group stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The match will determine the qualifiers for the next round.
The match between Egypt and Iran will be key in determining the qualifiers for the next round of the tournament. The Egypt national football team is trying to secure a spot in the next round and maintain its lead in the group.
| Team | Points |
|---|---|
| Egypt | 4 |
| Iran | 2 |
| Belgium | 2 |
| New Zealand | 1 |
Group stage: from June 11 to June 27, 2026. Round of 32: from June 28 to July 3, 2026. Round of 16: from July 4 to July 7, 2026. Quarterfinals: from July 9 to July 11, 2026. Semifinals: July 14 and 15, 2026. Third-place match: July 18, 2026, in Miami. Final: July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium - New Jersey, United States.
The Egyptian team enters the match with high morale after its positive results in the previous two rounds, where it aims to secure a spot in the next round and maintain its lead in the group. The Iranian team is seeking to achieve a positive result that enhances its chances of competing for one of the qualifying spots. Last result: Belgium 1-1 Egypt (2026-06-15). Next fixture: vs Iran (at home, 2026-06-27).
