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USMNT could face Iran at the 2026 World Cup in Texas

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 5:49 AM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

USMNT could face Iran at the 2026 World Cup in Texas

Summary

The U.S. men's national team may meet Iran in the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup if both teams finish second in their respective groups. Should this occur, the match would take place on July 3 in Arlington, Texas. The U.S. will compete in Group D against Paraguay, Australia, and Turkey, while Iran is in Group G with New Zealand, Egypt, and Belgium. Previous encounters between the two teams at the World Cup have had significant political context, adding layers to the potential matchup.

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Status Watch

•USMNT faces Paraguay, Australia, and Turkey in Group D
•Iran plays New Zealand, Egypt, and Belgium in Group G
•Knockout match in Arlington could occur on July 3
•Previous World Cup matches between teams were politically charged
•Iran won the first encounter in 1998, USMNT won in 2022

Latest Updates

5:49 AMYahoo Sports — What needs to happen for USA vs Iran at World Cup 2026
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What they're saying

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USA and Iran are not in the same group at the 2026 World Cup, but the expanded knockout format still leaves a clear route for them to meet. The matchup carries history after their World Cup meetings in 1998 and 2022, but this time it cannot happen during the group stage.
— Yahoo Sports