Belgium and Iran meet in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G at SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles on June 21, 2026. Preview kickoff times, form, and head-to-head here. Bookmark for live scores on matchday — full schedule on fixtures.
Belgium vs Iran — World Cup 2026 Kickoff Time and Venue
Belgium vs Iran kicks off at 7:00 PM UTC (Sunday, June 21 at 3:00 PM EDT; Sunday 21 June at 20:00 BST for UK viewers). Local kickoff: Sunday, June 21 at 7:00 PM UTC. The match is staged at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, one of the host venues for the expanded FIFA World Cup 2026 across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Fans planning travel or watch parties should note the Group Stage - 2 slot in the Group G calendar. Our fixtures page converts every World Cup 2026 kickoff to your local timezone automatically.
Belgium Team News, Form and World Cup 2026 Squad
Belgium arrive with recent form reading D from our World Cup 2026 results database. Squad selection, injuries, and the starting shape will be confirmed closer to kickoff — check the Lineups tab on this page when teamsheets are published.
In Group G, Belgium need a strong showing against Iran to control their own destiny. The home crowd advantage and tournament experience will factor into how they approach this World Cup 2026 fixture tactically.
Iran Team News, Form and World Cup 2026 Tactics
Iran bring form of D into this Group G test. Their tactical identity — pressing height, width, and transition speed — will be scrutinised by Belgium in preparation.
Danger players for Iran can change a World Cup 2026 group game in a single moment. Expect a disciplined defensive structure with bursts forward when space appears against Belgium.
Head-to-Head — Belgium vs Iran History
Belgium and Iran have limited recent competitive history, making this World Cup 2026 Group G tie harder to predict from past results alone.
Open the H2H tab above for dates, scores, and competition context. At a World Cup, motivation and squad depth often matter more than distant head-to-head records.
Belgium vs Iran World Cup 2026 Predictions
Our data-led preview suggests: Double chance : Belgium or draw This is analysis for fans following the tournament, not gambling advice.
World Cup 2026 Group G Standings Before Group Stage - 2
Before kickoff, the Group G table reads: 1. New Zealand — 1pts; 2. Iran — 1pts; 3. Belgium — 1pts; 4. Egypt — 1pts. Both Belgium and Iran understand the stakes: the top two places advance, with the best third-placed teams also in contention across the wider tournament.
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Zealand | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2 | Iran | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 | Belgium | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 4 | Egypt | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
How to Watch Belgium vs Iran World Cup 2026 Live
In the United States, Belgium vs Iran is carried on FOX Sports and Telemundo (Spanish). UK viewers can watch on BBC and ITV (free to air). SBS (Australia), MBC/KBS/SBS (South Korea), and national broadcasters in each competing country also hold rights in their territories. FWC Live Score does not link to unofficial streams — use your national broadcaster's official World Cup 2026 TV schedule. For kickoff times see our fixtures page and how to watch guide.
FAQs
- Q: What time is Belgium vs Iran kick-off at World Cup 2026?
- A: Sunday, June 21 at 3:00 PM EDT (Sunday 21 June at 20:00 BST UK).
- Q: Where is Belgium vs Iran World Cup 2026 being played?
- A: SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles.
- Q: What TV channel shows Belgium vs Iran World Cup 2026?
- A: FOX Sports and Telemundo (Spanish) (USA); BBC and ITV (free to air) (UK).
- Q: What are the World Cup 2026 Group G standings?
- A: 1. New Zealand — 1pts; 2. Iran — 1pts; 3. Belgium — 1pts; 4. Egypt — 1pts
- Q: Who is the favourite to win Belgium vs Iran World Cup 2026?
- A: Both sides enter with credible squads; our preview above analyses form and tactics without gambling odds.