Egypt vs Iran — World Cup 2026 Group · Matchday 3
Venue
To be confirmed
Date
Friday, 26 June 2026
Kickoff
Match preview / What to expect
Updated Jun 6, 2026Egypt and Iran meet in Group G in a contest that could decide qualification. Egypt's hopes rest heavily on Mohamed Salah, with Omar Marmoush offering a second elite attacking outlet under Hossam Hassan.
Iran, vastly experienced at this level under Amir Ghalenoei, are well-organised and dangerous through Mehdi Taremi and Alireza Jahanbakhsh.
Two of Asia and Africa's most established nations should produce a tight, tactical battle with star quality on both flanks.
Key storylines
- 01Salah vs Iran's disciplined defensive setup
- 02Taremi the focal point of Iran's attack
- 03A likely decider for second place in Group G
Prediction
Kickoff editorial call
Egypt 1-1 Iran
Projected lineups
Projected XI — not confirmed
Egypt
Formation 4-2-3-1- 1Mohamed El Shenawy
- 2Mohamed Hany
