June
22, 2026
Iran continued their impressive showing at the World Cup amid heightening tensions that left Donald Trump warning he would “blow the s---“ out of the country.
Iran continued their impressive showing at the World Cup amid heightening tensions that left Donald Trump warning he would “blow the s---“ out of the country.
On Sunday, Iran kept
Belgium out and secured a goalless draw at SoFi Stadium after protests took
place outside the Los Angeles venue. The Asian side already had a point on the
board after tying with New Zealand in a thriller earlier this week, but the result
means Iran has an opportunity to win Group G.
If Iran can secure a win over Egypt, who drew with Belgium, and face New Zealand, they could win the group and advance to the knockout stages for the first time in World Cup history. Their fine performance comes just hours after Trump warned the country could face further bombings. It comes after a sickening discovery was made outside the Iran team's training base in Mexico.
Due to the geopolitical climate, Iran has faced a long and complicated road to the World Cup. While the U.S. and Israel continue to clash with the country, doubts arose regarding the team’s safety in the United States, with visas failing to be issued to several members of staff, while their training base was switched to Mexico, despite all their games taking place in America.
The 80-year-old Trump rekindled concerns on Sunday. He told FOX News that the United States could take the Strait of Hormuz, and do so by force.
Trump said: “We may take over the Strait, if we have to. I’ll blow the s--- out of them.”
Iran took to the field shortly after the U.S. president's comments, and they played out a surprisingly thrilling game considering it ended in a goalless draw. Rudi Garcia's Belgium is under pressure entering the final game as the Red Devils continue to underwhelm, but Iran was excellent on defense.
Ahead of kickoff, Iran had their national anthem loudly booed once again after protests took place outside SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. In the game, Iran threatened Thibaut Courtois' goal on more than one occasion, with Mehdi Taremi even putting the ball in the back of the net following a fine free-kick routine.
However, VAR ruled out the goal due to offside and encroachment. Iran goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand kept the game scoreless with a wonder save to deny Maxim De Cuyper after fine work by midfield maestro Kevin de Bruyne, while Romelu Lukaku also left frustrated.
The script was flipped with 25 minutes remaining as Belgium defender Nathan Ngoy was sent off after underhitting a back pass to Courtois. As Taremi raced onto the loose ball, the Iran striker was pulled down by Ngoy, and referee Dario Herrera pulled out his red card after denying a clear goal-scoring opportunity.
Still, Belgium continued to apply the pressure, and Matias Fernandez-Pardo blazed over, and Dodi Lukebakio came close from distance. Ultimately, both teams have two points from two games, and the prospect of winning the group or going home is still on the cards.
Iran is next in action against Egypt at Seattle Stadium on Friday, June 26. Belgium will face New Zealand at the same time in Vancouver as Group G gets wrapped up.
It comes as Donald Trump is in full "panic mode" about one savage chant from World Cup fans.
If Iran can secure a win over Egypt, who drew with Belgium, and face New Zealand, they could win the group and advance to the knockout stages for the first time in World Cup history. Their fine performance comes just hours after Trump warned the country could face further bombings. It comes after a sickening discovery was made outside the Iran team's training base in Mexico.
Due to the geopolitical climate, Iran has faced a long and complicated road to the World Cup. While the U.S. and Israel continue to clash with the country, doubts arose regarding the team’s safety in the United States, with visas failing to be issued to several members of staff, while their training base was switched to Mexico, despite all their games taking place in America.
The 80-year-old Trump rekindled concerns on Sunday. He told FOX News that the United States could take the Strait of Hormuz, and do so by force.
Trump said: “We may take over the Strait, if we have to. I’ll blow the s--- out of them.”
Iran took to the field shortly after the U.S. president's comments, and they played out a surprisingly thrilling game considering it ended in a goalless draw. Rudi Garcia's Belgium is under pressure entering the final game as the Red Devils continue to underwhelm, but Iran was excellent on defense.
Ahead of kickoff, Iran had their national anthem loudly booed once again after protests took place outside SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. In the game, Iran threatened Thibaut Courtois' goal on more than one occasion, with Mehdi Taremi even putting the ball in the back of the net following a fine free-kick routine.
However, VAR ruled out the goal due to offside and encroachment. Iran goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand kept the game scoreless with a wonder save to deny Maxim De Cuyper after fine work by midfield maestro Kevin de Bruyne, while Romelu Lukaku also left frustrated.
The script was flipped with 25 minutes remaining as Belgium defender Nathan Ngoy was sent off after underhitting a back pass to Courtois. As Taremi raced onto the loose ball, the Iran striker was pulled down by Ngoy, and referee Dario Herrera pulled out his red card after denying a clear goal-scoring opportunity.
Still, Belgium continued to apply the pressure, and Matias Fernandez-Pardo blazed over, and Dodi Lukebakio came close from distance. Ultimately, both teams have two points from two games, and the prospect of winning the group or going home is still on the cards.
Iran is next in action against Egypt at Seattle Stadium on Friday, June 26. Belgium will face New Zealand at the same time in Vancouver as Group G gets wrapped up.
It comes as Donald Trump is in full "panic mode" about one savage chant from World Cup fans.
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