AFC · Group G
Iran at FIFA World Cup 2026
Iran qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026, the first 48-team edition, hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
Group G opponents
Iran plays the following three teams in the group stage. Top 2 advance to the Round of 32; the 3rd-placed team can still advance via the best-3rd-placed playoff route (8 of 12 third-placed teams qualify).
Iran fixtures
Iran in the tournament
AFC (Asia) sends 8 teams to 2026. South Korea, Japan, and Australia have all reached the knockout rounds in recent tournaments.
The 2026 World Cup is the largest in tournament history, with 48 teams divided into 12 groups of 4. The top 2 from each group advance automatically, along with the 8 best 3rd-placed teams from across all groups. That puts Iran in Group G with Belgium, Egypt, New Zealand, competing for one of the 32 knockout slots.
Frequently asked questions about Iran
When does Iran play at the FIFA World Cup 2026?
Iran plays 3 scheduled group-stage matches starting June 16, 2026. The opener is against EGY. See the full fixtures list below for every kickoff time and venue.
What group is Iran in at the World Cup 2026?
Iran is in Group G alongside Belgium, Egypt, New Zealand. The top two from each group advance to the Round of 32, plus the 8 best 3rd-placed teams across all 12 groups.
What is Iran's FIFA ranking?
Iran entered the FIFA World Cup 2026 ranked #21 in the FIFA World Ranking. This places them in the top 25 globally. Rankings update through the qualification cycle.
Can Iran win the World Cup 2026?
Iran's pre-tournament strength rating is 71/100, derived from FIFA ranking, recent form, and squad depth. They are competitive group-stage participants; advancing to the knockouts would be a strong tournament. Try them in the bracket predictor to test your scenario.