A tense Group G clash ended goalless at SoFi Stadium, with a late red card shaking Belgium’s hopes and keeping both sides in qualification contention.
In the second matchday of Group G at the World Cup, at the 70,000-seat SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, the Belgian national team drew with Iran 0-0.
In the 67th minute of the match, defender Nathan Ngoy received a red card for a rough foul, leaving the Belgians to finish the game with a man down.
These were the second draws for both teams at the 2026 World Cup.
Mexico, the United States, and Germany have already advanced to the knockout stage.
The day’s fixtures will be completed by Uruguay vs Cabo Verde (Miami) and New Zealand vs Egypt (Vancouver).
The FIFA World Cup is being held for the first time with 48 national teams. The defending champions are Argentina. The final is scheduled for July 19 in New York.
Current status of Group G and prospects for advancing to the knockout stage
After the second round, both Belgium and Iran remain in contention for advancing out of the group in their final matches.
If necessary, the results from the final round keep them in contention for a final place in the standings.