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Iran and Belgium draw 0-0 in World Cup match

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Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Iran and Belgium draw 0-0 in World Cup match
Summary

Iran and Belgium played to a 0-0 draw at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, during the FIFA World Cup on June 21, 2026. Iran's Alireza Beiranvand made seven saves, frustrating Belgium's attempts to score. Belgium's Nathan Ngoy was shown a straight red card in the 66th minute after a foul that halted a potential breakaway for Iran. Despite having a man advantage, Iran could not capitalize, and the match ended without goals. Both teams remain winless with two draws in group play, complicating their paths to advancement in the tournament.

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Key Details
  • •Alireza Beiranvand made seven key saves for Iran.
  • •Nathan Ngoy received a red card in the 66th minute.
  • •Belgium generated more scoring chances despite being down a player.
  • •Iran had a goal disallowed by VAR for offside.
  • •Both teams have two points from two matches.
Latest Updates
  • 11:17 PMYahoo Sports — Best save of World Cup? Iran’s Alireza Beiranvand has 'fantastic day'
  • 11:11 PMYahoo Sports — Iran make World Cup history after Alireza Beiranvand heroics in Belgium stalemate
  • 10:48 PMESPN — Iran keeper stands tall in draw vs. 10-man Belgium...
  • 9:55 PMBBC Sport — Ten-man Belgium remain winless after draw with Iran
What they're saying
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Goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand made a string of impressive saves to keep alive Iran's hopes of reaching the World Cup knockout stage for the first time, as they earned a hard-fought point against 10-man Belgium.

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Iran earned a valuable 0-0 draw against Belgium on Sunday in a tense Group G match. Alireza Beiranvand won the Man of the Match award after a commanding goalkeeping display, recording seven saves.

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Alireza Beiranvand put his body on the line for Iran, including a stunning save that helped Team Melli get a point in a scoreless draw with Belgium.

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