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USMNT could face Iran at the 2026 World Cup in Texas

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 7:52 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 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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  • •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
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  • 7:52 PMYahoo Sports — Can the USMNT play Iran at the 2026 World Cup?
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The U.S. men's national team and Iran have become oddly accustomed to one another at the World Cup. They could meet again in 2026.

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