Iran 2-2 New Zealand result, stats and report

Egypt and Iran shared the spoils in a tense World Cup 2026 group stage encounter, a result that keeps both sides in contention but does little to inspire confidence in either camp heading into the final reckoning.

Belgium put five goals past New Zealand in a World Cup group stage contest that was settled long before the final whistle, exposing structural problems in the New Zealand defensive shape that any well-organised side was always going to find.

Belgium were held to a frustrating goalless draw by Iran in their World Cup 2026 opener, leaving them bottom of their group with just one point from one game. A result that raises serious questions about where this Belgian side are heading.

Iran looked like they had their World Cup opener sewn up before New Zealand fought back to earn a point in a dramatic 2-2 draw. Absolute scenes.

Egypt arrive into Saturday's World Cup group stage finale with four points and genuine momentum, facing an Iran side that has drawn both matches and must now win to keep their tournament alive. Rafa Mbeki with the final word before kick-off.

It is match day for New Zealand vs Belgium at World Cup 2026. The data is screaming Belgium. The question is by how much. Jay Thompson has the final word before kick-off.

Connor Maguire gives his final matchday verdict on New Zealand vs Egypt. Egypt are heavy favourites. New Zealand have nothing to lose. The data says under 2.5 goals. Connor says back it and move on.