Elsewhere, an Alex Baena strike helped Spain confirm their spot in the next round, while Cabo Verde secure a historic spot in the round of 32 position after the debutants held Asian giants Saudi Arabia to a goalless draw.

Iran’s FIFA World Cup dream is hanging by a thread.A dramatic 1-1 draw against Egypt ended devastatingly for Team Melli, while the Pharaohs celebrated a historic place in the knockout stage for the first time.

Seattle: Egypt advanced past the group stage at the World Cup for the first time, while Iran, which had a potential late winning goal called back due to an offside, will have to wait one day to find out its fate after the two teams played to a 1-1 draw.

The FIFA World Cup 2026, Group G match between Egypt and Iran began in Seattle. Iran, who are yet to win their first game in the t

Egypt secured their first-ever advancement past the group stage at the World Cup, while Iran's late goal was disallowed by VAR, leaving their fate uncertain.

Egypt created history by reaching the FIFA World Cup knockout stage for the first time after playing out a 1-1 draw with Iran in their final Group G match on Friday.