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Published 22 June 2026 ยท sports
Iran's veteran squad held Belgium to a goalless draw in a gritty World Cup encounter. Despite Belgium's dominance and numerous shots, Iran's solid defense, spearheaded
Iran's veteran squad held Belgium to a goalless draw in a gritty World Cup encounter. Despite Belgium's dominance and numerous shots, Iran's solid defense, spearheaded by goalkeeper Beiranvand, proved impenetrable. A red card for Belgium's Ngoy in the second half further complicated their attacking efforts, leaving Group G wide open with all teams still in contention.
Published: June 22, 2026 โข 6:00 PM IST ยท Updated: June 22, 2026 โข 8:03 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Iran's veteran squad held Belgium to a goalless draw in a gritty World Cup encounter.
Despite Belgium's dominance and numerous shots, Iran's solid defense, spearheaded by goalkeeper Beiranvand, proved impenetrable.
A red card for Belgium's Ngoy in the second half further complicated their attacking efforts, leaving Group G wide open with all teams still in contention.