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Iran's World Cup dream ends after injury-time drama against Egypt

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Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Iran's World Cup dream ends after injury-time drama against Egypt
Summary

Iran's hopes of advancing to the World Cup knockout stage ended on June 28 in Seattle. After a 1-1 draw against Egypt, where a last-minute goal was ruled offside, Iran faced heartbreak as they missed qualification on goal difference. Despite remaining unbeaten in the group stage, they could not secure the necessary points. The final moments of their tournament were further complicated when Algeria scored a late winner against Austria, solidifying Iran's elimination. Coach Amir Ghalenoei expressed pride in his team's effort amid challenging circumstances.

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Key Details
  • •Iran draws 1-1 against Egypt, needing a win to qualify.
  • •A late goal for Iran is disallowed for offside in injury time.
  • •Iran finishes group stage without a win, missing out on knockout round.
  • •Algeria's last-minute goal eliminates Iran from contention.
  • •Ghalenoei condemns unfair treatment faced by the team during the tournament.
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  • 6:52 AMYahoo Sports — Are Iran the unluckiest side in World Cup history?
  • 6:52 AMBBC Sport — Are Iran the unluckiest side in World Cup history?
What they're saying
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Iran had a place in the last 32 of the World Cup snatched away from them at the last minute not once but twice.

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Iran had a place in the last 32 of the World Cup snatched away from them at the last minute not once but twice.

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