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Belgium, Egypt into World Cup last 32 as Iran face anxious wait after stoppage-time drama

© Richard Heathcote, Getty Images via AFPSaturday, June 27, 2026
Belgium, Egypt into World Cup last 32 as Iran face anxious wait after stoppage-time drama

Iran were deprived of a certain place in the World Cup knockout phase when a goal in stoppage time that would have given them a 2-1 win against Egypt was disallowed. The draw means the Pharaohs advance to the last 32 along with Belgium, who demolished New Zealand 5-1 to clinch top spot in Group G.

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