Belgium and Iran finish scoreless in friendly match

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Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Belgium and Iran finish scoreless in friendly match
Summary

Belgium faced Iran in a friendly match on Sunday evening at Inglewood, resulting in a 0-0 draw. Alexis Saelemaekers started the game, contributing 58 minutes before being substituted. Belgium struggled to maintain their advantage after a red card to Ngoy in the 66th minute, forcing the team to play the final third with ten players. This match followed Belgium's earlier 1-1 draw with Egypt, leaving their prospects for advancing to the knockout rounds uncertain. The team now prepares for their deciding fixture against New Zealand.

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  • Belgium played Iran to a 0-0 draw in Inglewood.
  • Alexis Saelemaekers started and was substituted in the 58th minute.
  • Belgium received a red card in the 66th minute.
  • This was Belgium's second draw in the tournament.
  • Next, Belgium faces New Zealand in a critical match for qualification.
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Alexis Saelemaekers featured for Belgium in their Sunday evening game against Iran, played at Inglewood. The match ended 0-0, but the Rossoneri 56 started and played 58 minutes before being replaced ...

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