The Belgian team disappointed again in the 2026 World Cup by drawing 0-0 against Iran this Sunday in Los Angeles, a result that seriously complicates its aspirations of advancing to the round of 32.
After equalizing in their debut against Egypt, the team led by French coach Rudi Garcia is still without victory in Group G. With just two points and a single goal scored in two games, the Belgians will go into the last day forced to obtain a good result against New Zealand.
The main figures in the match played in Los Angeles were goalkeepers Thibaut Courtois and Alireza Beiranvand, who maintained the tie with decisive interventions. Belgium came close to taking the victory thanks to an action by Dodi Lukebakio, whose shot from outside the area skimmed the top corner.
Iran even celebrated a goal that was later disallowed due to a tight offside. Furthermore, Team Melli played for more than half an hour with numerical superiority, but was unable to take advantage of the advantage to break the score.
Equality keeps the fight for qualification in Group G completely open. Belgium and Iran add two points each, while Egypt and New Zealand continue to have options to advance depending on the results of the second day.
The Iranians will now face a decisive duel against Egypt, where they will need at least a draw to maintain their chances of qualifying. For its part, Belgium will risk a large part of its World Cup future against New Zealand in a high-risk match.
