Egypt vs Iran live updates: World Cup 2026 game latest news and buildup
Hello, football fans! And welcome to The Athletic’s live coverage of this clash between Egypt and Iran at Lumen Field in Seattle.
Fresh off a first World Cup win in the nation’s history, Egypt are ready to make headlines again and book a spot in the round of 32.
Iran are also targeting history by reaching the knockout stage of a World Cup — something they’ve never managed before.
The two other teams in this group kick off simultaneously, with Belgium facing New Zealand in Vancouver, also covered live on The Athletic.
Stay here to get the latest buildup, updates, team news, analysis, match action and reaction from our writers and reporters on the ground.