GROUP G — FIFA WORLD CUP 2026
The Teams
The Fixtures
Group Analysis
Group G is the Golden Generation’s last stand. Belgium — with the most talented squad their nation has ever produced — have never matched expectation on the biggest stage. Runners-up at Euro 2020, third at the 2018 World Cup. Kevin De Bruyne, at 34, carries the flag for perhaps the final time at a major tournament. Romelu Lukaku — Belgium’s all-time top scorer — adds physical dominance up front. This is Belgium’s last realistic chance with this core group.
Egypt are the group’s most dangerous challenger. Mohamed Salah — the Premier League’s all-time top scorer and one of the greatest players of his generation — gives Egypt a player capable of winning any game single-handedly. Salah’s hunger for this World Cup run is palpable. Belgium vs Egypt at SoFi Stadium on June 15 is one of the tournament’s most anticipated group clashes.
Iran make headlines off the pitch — their base camp was moved from Tucson, Arizona to Tijuana, Mexico amid US political tensions, making them the first team in World Cup history to be based outside the host country. On the pitch, Mehdi Taremi is a proven scorer at Champions League level with Inter Milan. Iran are dangerous and motivated.
New Zealand return to the World Cup for the first time since 2010, qualifying via the intercontinental playoff. The All Whites will be memorable participants and passionate competitors.
🎯 PREDICTION: WHO ADVANCES?
1st: Belgium — De Bruyne’s last dance must deliver. 2nd: Egypt — Salah in tournament football is a cheat code. Belgium vs Egypt is the group’s must-watch match.
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What should you know about: The Teams?
Group G is the Golden Generation’s last stand . Belgium — with the most talented squad their nation has ever produced — have never matched expectation on the biggest stage. Runners-up at Euro 2020, third at the 2018...
What should you know about: The Fixtures?
Group G is the Golden Generation’s last stand . Belgium — with the most talented squad their nation has ever produced — have never matched expectation on the biggest stage. Runners-up at Euro 2020, third at the 2018...
What should you know about: Group Analysis?
Group G is the Golden Generation’s last stand . Belgium — with the most talented squad their nation has ever produced — have never matched expectation on the biggest stage. Runners-up at Euro 2020, third at the 2018...