Iran's Mehdi Taremi goal ruled offside in World Cup match against Belgium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 7:33 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
During the 2026 FIFA World Cup match on June 21, Iran’s Mehdi Taremi appeared to score a goal against Belgium. The goal was celebrated by Iranian fans but was subsequently disallowed after a VAR review declared it offside. This decision left the score at 0-0 in a tightly contested match. Referee analyst Mark Clattenburg suggested that a foul could have been called for encroachment on the free kick. Iran drew its opening match against New Zealand and aims for a victory against Belgium.
- •Match is currently 0-0 between Iran and Belgium.
- •Mehdi Taremi scored but the goal was disallowed for offside.
- •VAR review confirmed the offside call, which was considered correct.
- •Iran previously drew its first match against New Zealand.
- 7:33 PMYahoo Sports — Why didn't Iran's goal count? Mehdi Taremi 1-0 lead vs. Belgium called out after VAR review
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