Group Stage - FIFA World Cup 2026
Egypt VS IR Iran
Lumen Field (Seattle, USA)
27 June, 2026
Overview:
Egypt, sitting top of Group G with four points, faces Iran in a crucial final Group Stage match where a win guarantees progression to the knockout stage. The Opta supercomputer favors Egypt as slight contenders in a tight game, with a 61.4% chance of topping the group.
Recent H2H results: Recent simulations show Egypt defeated Iran to secure Group G top spot in 44.1% of 25,000 Opta supercomputer runs.
Prediction:
Based on current form and stats, we expect a close contest with a final score of 1-1.
Egypt will likely control possession and press for goals, while Iran may adopt a compact defensive shape aiming for a draw. The match is anticipated to be tight, with Egypt as slight favorites but a high probability of a draw.
A win for Egypt guarantees progression; a draw keeps both teams in contention but favors Egypt for top spot. Iran's best chance is a draw, which the Opta supercomputer rates at 31.3%.
Last Update: 26-06-2026
Stats:
| Egypt | IR Iran |
|---|---|
| Expected Possession | |
| 54.2 | 45.8 |
| Average Goals Per Match | |
| 1.8 | 1.2 |
| Win Probability | |
| 44.1 | 24.6 |
Where to watch Egypt vs IR Iran
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