Iran secured a hard-fought 0-0 draw against Belgium in their second World Cup Group G match, thanks to a stellar performance from goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand, who made seven crucial saves. Despite playing with a man advantage for the final 30 minutes after a Belgium red card, Iran struggled with possession and shots on target.

Belgium and Iran were forced to accept draws in their opening matches in Group G.

Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei criticised his team’s increasingly difficult preparation conditions before playing Belgium