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Iran hit out at ‘lies and mistreatment’ following US official’s joy at team’s exit

Iran’s football federation has accused the co-hosts of pedalling ‘lies’, saying they are ‘used to mistreatment’

The Guardian - UK

US Becomes First Nation to Host World Cup Team and Bomb Same Country as Iran Crashes Out in Drama

Iran exited the 2026 World Cup in Kansas City, hours after US strikes hit Iranian coastal sites and a day before Iranian missiles struck American bases in the Gulf.

International Business Times UK

'It's a Disaster World Cup': Iran Captain Mehdi Taremi Blasts FIFA Over Visas and Playing in Enemy Host Nation

Iran's World Cup captain, Mehdi Taremi, accuses FIFA of neglecting his team amid political tensions, visa issues, and unfair treatment during the 2026 tournament.

International Business Times UK

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Iran needed help to save their ‘disaster’ World Cup. Instead they got more heartbreak

Team Melli’s agonizing exit after other results failed to break their way is a moment of anguish that rises to the top of a football history full of them

The Guardian - US

Welcome to the real World Cup – the tournament begins now

World Cup 2026 now starts in earnest, with a slew of mouthwatering last-32 ties, but the expanded group stage was much more enjoyable than anticipated

The Independent UK

Iran coach: US treatment at World Cup 'really terrible'

Iran's World Cup journey ended with a controversial 1-1 draw against Egypt, a result that left players and coach Amir Ghalenoei feeling "very unfairly" treated. A late disallowed goal, coupled with logistical challenges and perceived poor hospitality from the host nation, marred their experience. Despite these hurdles, the team expressed…

The Economic Times

‘Disaster World Cup’—Iran Lashes Out at U.S., FIFA After Group Stage

FIFA president Gianni Infantino also came under fire.

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Iran’s knockout status hangs by a thread after most dramatic – and agonising – World Cup moment so far

Egypt 1-1 Iran: Iran defender Shojae Khalilzadeh’s stoppage-time winner was disallowed by VAR, denying the war-torn nation a guaranteed spot in the knockout stages. Egypt are through; Iran must now wait

The Independent UK

Drama-laden draw leaves Iran in limbo as Egypt set up last-32 clash with Australia

A disallowed goal and a header off the bar in injury time broke Iranian hearts as a 1-1 draw saw Egypt finish Group G in second place

The Guardian - AU

Egypt vs Iran FIFA World Cup 2026: India Time, Live Streaming, TV Telecast, Predicted Lineups and Match Preview

Egypt and Iran clash in a pivotal FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H encounter on June 27, 2026, at 5:30 AM IST. Egypt leads the group, needing just a draw to advance, while Iran seeks a vital win to keep their knockout stage hopes alive. Fans in India can catch…

The Economic Times

Egypt vs. Iran—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

World Cup history is on the line for both teams.

Sports Illustrated

Egypt vs Iran World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Egypt need just a draw to reach the Round of 16 for the first time ever. Our Egypt vs Iran World Cup 2026 predictions back Egypt to win at +145.

Sports Lens

FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran battle for 0-0 draw with 10-man Belgium, staying alive in Group G

Iran secured a hard-fought 0-0 draw against Belgium in their second World Cup Group G match, thanks to a stellar performance from goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand, who made seven crucial saves. Despite playing with a man advantage for the final 30 minutes after a Belgium red card, Iran struggled with possession…

The Economic Times

Past and present World Cups collide as Beiranvand first gives Iran inspiration, then hope

The goalkeeper’s 59th-minute save left mouths agape but it’s not the first time he has created an indelible moment for the team

The Guardian - AU

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Iran battle to draw with 10-man Belgium, group tightens

Striker Romelu Lukaku was promoted to start for Belgium but they could not find a way past Iran's defence.

AAP

SPO:Iran battle to draw with 10-man Belgium, group tightens

Striker Romelu Lukaku was promoted to start for Belgium but they could not find a way past Iran's defence.

The Independent UK

Belgium handed World Cup problem in Iran stalemate thanks to Alireza Beiranvand heroics

Belgium 0-0 Iran: Alireza Beiranvand made seven saves and Nathan Ngoy’s dismissal leaves one of the fancied teams of the tournament stuck on two points from two games

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Iran battle for 0-0 draw with 10-man Belgium, staying alive in Group G

Iran used seven saves from ⁠Alireza Beiranvand ⁠and a man advantage from a Belgium red card to pull out a 0-0 draw in the second consecutive tie for both teams in World Cup Group ‌G play Sunday afternoon in Inglewood, Calif.

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The Guardian - UK

Iran’s Beiranvand denies 10-man Belgium in World Cup draw as Nathan Ngoy sees red

Iran had a goal disallowed for offside while battling to a 0-0 draw with 10-man Belgium, with Alireza Beiranvand saving brilliantly from Maxim De Cuyper

Sports Illustrated

Clash of Iran Protesters Exposes Complexity of World Cup Support

There was an ideological clash between fellow Iranians before Sunday’s clash with Belgium.

TechRadar

How to watch Belgium vs Iran: Free Streams & TV Channels online from anywhere for FIFA World Cup 2026, team news

Romelu Lukaku starts for Belgium in their crucial Group G fixture against Iran in Los Angeles. Here's how to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 clash for free online and from anywhere.

The Guardian - AU

Iran to lodge complaint with Fifa over ‘restrictions imposed’ on team at World Cup

Iran will ‘formally express its dissatisfaction’ after being told they will only be permitted to arrive in Los Angeles 24 hours before the crucial Belgium game

Sports Lens

Belgium vs Iran World Cup 2026 Predictions and Best Bets

Belgium vs Iran clash at SoFi Stadium on June 21 with both sides on one point. De Bruyne, Lukaku, and squad depth make Belgium the pick at -235.

The Independent UK

US official says Iran knew team would have to leave the country shortly after World Cup match

The Trump administration is pushing back on complaints from Iran’s national team that it was forced to leave the U.S. immediately after its first World Cup match instead of having a day to recover in a hotel, saying that was the plan for the team all along

Sports Illustrated

Iran ‘Tired’ of Treatment at 2026 World Cup, Call on FIFA for More Support

With strict travel in and out of the United States, Iran has to stay in Mexico.

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