June 21, 2026

Iran’s goalkeeper #01 Alireza Beiranvand eyes the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group G football match between Belgium and Iran at the Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood on June 21, 2026. (Photo by Patrick T. Fallon / AFP)

Belgium were again held to a draw in World Cup Group G as their meeting with Iran finished goalless in Los Angeles on Sunday.

The 2018 third-placed nation boast just two points from as many outings in North America and must win their final pool match against New Zealand next Friday to be sure of a spot in the last 32. A frustrating meeting for Belgium was compounded in the second half when defender Nathan Ngoy received a red card for a last-man foul.

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