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Iran wait on World Cup progress after late goal disallowed in Egypt draw

Iran and Egypt played to a 1-1 draw in Seattle on June 26, 2026. Egypt finished second in Group G and will face Australia in the Round of 32. Iran finished third and must wait to see if they progress to the knockout stage.

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Iran's late goal was ruled out by VAR, leaving their tournament progress uncertain.

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  1. Iran Awaits Knockout Fate After Disallowed Goal in Egypt Draw

    Iran and Egypt played to a 1-1 draw in Seattle on June 26, 2026. Egypt finished second in Group G and will face Australia in the Round of 32. Iran finished third and must wait to see if they progress to the knockout stage.

    What's confirmed:

    • Egypt and Iran drew 1-1 on June 26, 2026.
    • Egypt finished second in Group G with five points.
    • Egypt will face Australia in the Round of 32.
    • Belgium finished top of Group G.
    • A 93rd-minute goal by Shoja Khalilzadeh was disallowed by VAR for offside.
    • FIFA refused requests from Iran and Egypt to ban rainbow flags during the match in Seattle.
    • The match coincided with Pride celebrations and demonstrations in Seattle.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Iran coach described the team as both oppressed and unlucky.
    • The Iran captain called the World Cup a disaster.
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