Iran’s participation in these finals had been in major doubt for months after the US and Israel launched attacks on the country in February.

Iran twice came from behind to earn a hard-fought 2-2 draw against New Zealand in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G opener at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Ramin Rezaeian and Mohammad Mohebbi found the net for Team Melli,

Cape Verde surprises Spain with a draw in their FIFA World Cup 2026™ debut; Belgium and Egypt drew 1-1 with Romelo Lukaku's electric entrance on substitute. Meanwhile, Uruguay scores their late equaliser,

Underdogs Cape Verde, making their World Cup debut, held off the Spanish storm as both sides headed into the dressing room level at half-time. Spain manager Lui

All Whites coach Darren Bazeley feels their Football World Cup opener proves they're capable of achieving their goal of getting our of their group. 82nd-ra

Iran begins its politically charged FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a thrilling 2-2 draw against New Zealand.