Iran's late goal ruled out by VAR, complicating hopes for qualification
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 5:45 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Iran's match on June 27 saw Shoja Khalilzadeh score an injury-time goal, which was disallowed by VAR. The ruling denied Iran automatic qualification into the round of 32, and the team will now need to rely on the results of other matches to determine if they can advance as one of the best third-placed sides. This decision leaves Iranian players and supporters awaiting critical outcomes from other groups.
- •Shoja Khalilzadeh's late goal was ruled out by VAR.
- •Iran will not automatically qualify for the round of 32.
- •The team must wait for results from other matches.
- •Iran is seeking advancement as one of the best third-placed teams.
- 5:45 AMBBC Sport — Iran denied guaranteed spot in last 32 as VAR disallow injury-time winner
"Shoja Khalilzadeh's goal is ruled out by VAR in injury-time denying Iran automatic qualification into the round of 32, meaning they will have to wait on other results to see if they go through as one of the best third-placed sides.
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