Belgium vs Iran FIFA WC 2026: Kick-off time, live streaming, squads
Synopsis
Group G at FIFA World Cup 2026 is a four-way tie — and Belgium vs Iran on 22 June at Los Angeles Stadium could break it wide open. With Belgium's golden generation needing a statement win and Iran hungry to avenge their 2022 loss, this midnight clash for Indian viewers is the group's first real decider.
Key Takeaways
Belgium face Iran in a FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match on 22 June at 12:30 AM IST .
Venue: Los Angeles Stadium, Inglewood ; Referee: Dario Herrera .
All four Group G teams — Belgium, Iran, Egypt, New Zealand — are level on 1 point each after opening draws.
Belgium beat Iran 1-0 in their only previous meeting at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
Indian viewers can stream the match on Zee5 (subscription required) or watch on Unite8 Sports 1/2 TV channels.
Belgium and Iran face off in a high-stakes FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G clash at the Los Angeles Stadium, Inglewood, on Monday, 22 June, with kick-off set for 12:30 AM IST. Both sides enter the match level on points, making this a virtual must-win encounter for knockout-stage ambitions.
Group G Standings and What Is at Stake
All four teams in Group G — Belgium, Iran, Egypt, and New Zealand — are locked on one point each after their respective opening fixtures ended in draws. The deadlock means no side has seized an early foothold, and a single win on Monday could push either Belgium or Iran decisively toward the last 16. Every point in this group is now at a premium.
Head-to-Head Record
The two nations have met just once at senior men's international level. Belgium claimed a narrow 1-0 victory over Iran in the group stage of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Iran will be eager to reverse that result on the grandest stage, while Belgium's so-called golden generation — anchored by Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku — will look to assert their class once more.
How to Watch Belgium vs Iran Live in India
Live streaming of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in India is available on the Zee5 platform and app; a subscription is required. Live telecast is available on Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD TV channels.
Match Details
Date and kick-off: Monday, 22 June, 12:30 AM IST
Venue: Los Angeles Stadium, Inglewood
Referee: Dario Herrera
Full Squads
Iran
Goalkeepers: Alireza Beiranvand, Hossein Hosseini, Payam Niazmand
Defenders: Daniyal Eiri, Ehsan Hajsafi, Saleh Hardani, Hossein Kanaani, Shojae Khalilzadeh, Milad Mohammadi, Ali Nemati, Ramin Rezaeian
Midfielders: Rouzbeh Cheshmi, Saeid Ezatolahi, Mehdi Ghayedi, Saman Ghoddos, Mohammad Ghorbani, Alireza Jahanbakhsh, Mohammad Mohebi, Amir Mohammad Razzaghinia, Mehdi Torabi, Aria Yousefi
Forwards: Ali Alipour, Dennis Dargahi, Amirhossein Hosseinzadeh, Shahriyar Moghanlou, Mehdi Taremi
Belgium
Goalkeepers: Thibaut Courtois, Senne Lammens, Mike Penders
Defenders: Timothy Castagne, Zeno Debast, Maxim De Cuyper, Koni De Winter, Brandon Mechele, Thomas Meunier, Nathan Ngoy, Joaquin Seys, Arthur Theate
Midfielders: Kevin De Bruyne, Amadou Onana, Nicolas Raskin, Youri Tielemans, Hans Vanaken, Axel Witsel
Forwards: Charles De Ketelaere, Jérémy Doku, Matías Fernández-Pardo, Romelu Lukaku, Dodi Lukebakio, Diego Moreira, Alexis Saelemaekers, Leandro Trossard
With the entire group still wide open, the Belgium vs Iran match on 22 June could set the tone for who advances — and who faces an early exit from the 2026 World Cup.
Point of View
Meanwhile, have quietly built a competitive side around Mehdi Taremi and Alireza Jahanbakhsh and will not be overawed. The real story here is structural: a World Cup format that now includes 48 teams means more draws, more parity, and more nights like this one where a supposed heavyweight is fighting for survival against a side ranked far below them.
NationPress
21 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Belgium vs Iran kick off at FIFA World Cup 2026?
The match kicks off at 12:30 AM IST on Monday, 22 June 2026, at the Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California.
Where can I watch Belgium vs Iran live in India?
Indian viewers can stream the match live on the Zee5 platform and app (subscription required). Live TV telecast is available on Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD channels.
What is the current Group G standing before the Belgium vs Iran match?
All four teams in Group G — Belgium, Iran, Egypt, and New Zealand — are level on one point each after their opening fixtures all ended in draws, making the Belgium vs Iran clash a pivotal match for qualification.
Have Belgium and Iran played each other before?
Yes, the two sides have met once at senior international level. Belgium defeated Iran 1-0 in the group stage of the 2022 FIFA World Cup held in Qatar.
Who is the referee for Belgium vs Iran at the 2026 World Cup?
Dario Herrera has been appointed as the referee for the Belgium vs Iran Group G fixture at the Los Angeles Stadium on 22 June.
