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Sports Mole looks at how a heartbreaking VAR decision denied Iran a famous victory over Egypt, as the Pharaohs progressed to the 2026 World Cup...

Marcelo Bielsa's furious interview, a Manuel Ugarte injury blow and the latest World Cup drama, which included Iranian anguish.

DANIEL MATTHEWS IN SEATTLE: Iran, who have never reached the knockout stages of a World Cup, thought they had secured a spot in the round of 32,...

Egypt booked their place in the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after battling to a draw against Iran in their final Group G match,...

Iran had a last-gasp goal overturned as they just missed out on grabbing second spot in Group G - but a first-ever progression to the World Cup...

An Iran fan ran onto the pitch believing his nation had scored a dramatic World Cup winner, only for VAR to disallow the goal moments later against...

DANIEL MATTHEWS IN SEATTLE: The team's campaign has been dogged by travel and visa restrictions as well as weeks of mudslinging between Iranian...

Hello and welcome to Daily Mail Sport's World Cup Breakfast from day 17 at the tournament - your one-stop shop for everything you've missed...

France, Spain and Belgium top their groups, while Iran may advance despite late heartache against Egypt

Australia to face the Pharaohs at 4am AEST on Saturday 4 JulyTony Popovic's side locked in spot in knockouts as Group D runners-upThe Socceroos'...

On the penultimate day of group stage play, we saw blockbuster showdowns, Cinderella stories, and plenty of late drama, especially in the Egypt vs....

Iran were denied a guaranteed place in the knockout phase after their stoppage-time winner was disallowed

Minnows make history as Uruguay crash out and Iran face a nervous wait

Iran waiting to see if they are through to last 32Salah injury fears played down after 1-1 drawIran's head coach, Amir Ghalenoei, has said Fifa's...

Iran drew with Egypt after a 93rd-minute goal was ruled out but may still qualify as one of the eight best third-placed teams

Iran head coach Amir Ghalenoei lamented both the conditions his team have had to face in this tournament, but also the bad luck they encountered.

Mehdi Taremi and Amir Ghalenoei have criticised FIFA and Gianni Infantino over Iran's travel, visa and logistical problems at the World Cup.

IAN HERBERT IN SEATTLE: It was the World Cup's designated Pride game but with a far different kind of demonstration than the one anticipated,...

Iran star Mehdi Taremi criticised FIFA for their ‘disaster' World Cup off the pitch as his side's knockout chances hang by a thread following the...

Egypt face Iran in search of qualification for the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup and look to climb the FIFA rankings. Egypt will look for a...

It's the battle between two stars, Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe. Follow all the action.

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz says he is counting on the inspiration and commitment of his players to produce another impressive display...

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has ruled out a cautious approach against Croatia, insisting Ghana will play only for victory despite needing...

Friday's World Cup 2026 match between Iran and Egypt in Seattle has been used as the stage to make a statement on Pride and LGBTQ+ acceptance in...

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan says the Pharaohs are determined to make a strong impact at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as they prepare for a decisive...

Egypt and Iran are two of the most repressive places in the world for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people, but they coincidentally will...

Find out how to watch Egypt vs Iran live on TV and online. Full details on TV channels, live stream options, kick-off time, team news, and Group G...

Find out how to watch Egypt vs Iran live, including TV channel options, live stream details, kick-off time, team news, and a full match preview for...

Iran were ordered to leave the United States and return to their training base in Mexico after their opening World Cup fixture against New Zealand,...

Organizers planned on hosting a World Cup "Pride Match" in Seattle ever since the city was selected to hold a June 26 fixture. Iran and Egypt's...

Fifa will not stop fans from bringing rainbow flags into the stadium in the clash between Egypt and Iran.

Egypt and Iran prepare for their final group-stage match on Saturday at the Seattle Stadium. Egypt sit on top of the group table with four points...

Egypt and Iran are set to face each other in their final Group G match on Saturday at Seattle Stadium, with both sides still fighting for...

Iran will take on Egypt this Saturday at Seattle Stadium in their final Group G match, with both teams aiming to secure a place in the knockout...

Two draws against Egypt and Iran leave the Red Devils on the brink of an early exit but can the likes of Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku roll...

All four teams enter final game with chance to progress, though Mo Salah's Egypt already look set fair to advance

Goalless draw against Paraguay secures second place in Group DAustralia have seven-day break before knockout game in DallasSocceroos coach Tony...

The Iran vs. Egypt contest is scheduled during the Seattle's Pride weekend and has been referred to as the "Pride Match."

Group G rivals do not want to be associated with any support for the LGBTQ+ community.

Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Saturday's World Cup clash between Egypt and Iran.

The Iranian and Egyptian soccer federations have urged FIFA to strip any “Pride Match” displays and LGBTQ+ affiliations from Friday's World Cup...

SEATTLE (AP) — Before coach Amir Ghalenoei or goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand answered any questions Thursday ahead of Iran’s World Cup…

LGBTQ+ festivities organised around match in SeattleIran coach says he and his team are focused on footballIran and Egypt attempted to sidestep...

Egypt and Iran will battle for a place in the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup when they meet in a crucial Group G clash in Seattle on...

FIFA has permitted rainbow flags at the Egypt-Iran World Cup match in Seattle, despite objections from both nations' football federations citing...

The Egypt v Iran World Cup 2026 match in Seattle has been dubbed the "Pride Match" by local organisers, with FIFA confirming rainbow flags are...

Homosexuality is a criminal offense in both countries

Iran’s Football Federation have released a statement in response to the upcoming “Pride Match” that will fall on their game against Egypt on...

FIFA on Thursday reiterated fans will not be prohibited from brining rainbow flags inside of Seattle's Lumen Field for Friday's decisive Group G...

FIFA has rejected calls from Iran and Egypt to ban rainbow flags at their World Cup match in Seattle on Friday, despite both countries objecting to...

A match celebrating the LGBTQ+ community in conjunction with Seattle's Pride Weekend celebrations was a perfect moment for inclusivity and football...

Former Iran international Sadegh Varmiziar has declared his outfit upcoming 2026 World Cup clash against Egypt as a ‘life or...

Seattle had aimed to honour the LGBTQ + community in the liberal city by designating the game as a Pride match, with the plan pencilled in before...

Sports Mole breaks down the match between Egypt and Iran ahead of their Group G clash at the World Cup.

Iran have been required to travel from Mexico to the United States for their World Cup fixtures.

This weekend's game between Iran and Egypt has been designated as the 'Pride Match'.

Iran have been required to travel from Mexico to the United States for their World Cup fixtures with the arrangements surrounding their presence in...

Seattle: Islamic Republic of Iran will be out to turn promise into progress when they face Egypt in their final FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G tie on...

Egypt vs Iran Prediction and preview for this World Cup match on 27/06/2026 from our Football experts. Betting tips, lineup, stats and H2H included.

Scotland will now play the waiting game. The trouble is, as they hang around to discover whether a place in the last 32 can be secured as among the...

Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Iran could line up for their World Cup clash against Egypt on Saturday.

Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Egypt could line up for their World Cup clash against Iran on Saturday.

Sports Mole previews Saturday's World Cup clash between Egypt and Iran, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.

This tournament is shaping up to be the most prolific since 1970 – if Messi, Mbappé and co can keep up the pace• Golden Boot: World Cup 2026 top...

Serbian World Cup pundit Rade Bogdanovic (Picture: RTS) Former Atletico Madrid striker Rade Bogdanovic has faced backlash after suggesting that...

The Iranian national team has been consigned to a hotel in a city teeming with bars, gambling dens and legalised brothels - all of which are...

Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has claimed England midfielder Jude Bellingham used offensive language towards him during a heated half-time...

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has said his side achieved their objective after securing a hard-earned point against England in their 2026 FIFA...

The US has eased travel restrictions on Iran’s World Cup squad after Tehran formally complained to FIFA about discriminatory treatment Read Full...

The Iran national team can enter the United States a day earlier than they were allowed to in previous World Cup matches, the Department of...

Donald Trump's administration have changed their stance on Iran midway through the World Cup group stages ahead of potentially their final game of...

Iran's squad has complained about the travel restrictions levied on the team

It's official. Lionel Messi sits atop the all-time World Cup scoring charts, surpassing Miroslav Klose and leaving Cristiano Ronaldo far behind. It...

Kevin De Bruyne criticises Belgium's form after World Cup draws against Iran and Egypt ahead of a crucial Group G clash with New Zealand.

Determined not to let Lionel Messi steal the spotlight in the 2026 World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo has set a new record that the Argentine already...

Iran will be allowed into US 48 hours before crucial gameTeam Melli have complained about travel conditionsThe US Department of Homeland Security...

Rade Bogdanovic made outrageous comments on Serbian TV during Belgium's goalless draw with Iran on Sunday, and has since released a statement to...

Egypt need just a draw to make World Cup history at Lumen Field, while Iran must win to survive. Our Group G Matchday 3 predictions and best...

Los Angeles: Islamic Republic of Iran were quick to shift their focus to the decider against Egypt after walking away with a point from their clash...

The Belgium winger, 24, had been heavily criticised by a French presenter for his decision to leave the squad ahead of their 0-0 draw with Iran on...

Iran left an emotional handwritten message on the SoFi Stadium dressing room whiteboard following their 0-0 draw against Belgium at the 2026 World...

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has adopted a philosophical stance ahead of Ghana's crucial World Cup clash with England, insisting that his...

Marcus Rashford believes England possess the quality and intensity to overwhelm Ghana as the Three Lions look to secure their place in the knockout...

The Iran national football team left an emotional, handwritten note in their SoFi Stadium dressing room on Sunday, following a hard-fought 0-0 draw...

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has declared Ghana ready for the challenge of facing England, insisting his team understands the quality of...

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz brushed off England's favouritism, his own painful 6-2 loss to them with Iran in 2022 and a four-decade...

Rade Bogdanovic made comments on public broadcasterQuestioned over the remark, former player doubled downThe former Yugoslavia and Atlético Madrid...

The Iranian team has informed FIFA of systemic discrimination at the World Cup by the US and expects it to take action, its manager has said Read...

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