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IR Iran

IR Iran

Islamic Republic of Iran

FIFA Rank:#20Group:G
Team Summary

IR Iran is competing in Group G of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Under AFC confederation, they are scheduled to play three group stage matches starting on the first week of the tournament.

IR Iran Match Schedule

Full Schedule•Qual Scenarios
Match 15GROUPGroup G
IR IranIR Iran
2 - 2
FINAL
New ZealandNew Zealand
2026-06-15Local: 18:00
SoFi StadiumLos Angeles
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Match 39GROUPGroup G
BelgiumBelgium
0 - 0
FINAL
IR IranIR Iran
2026-06-21Local: 12:00
SoFi StadiumLos Angeles
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Match 63GROUPGroup G
EgyptEgypt
1 - 1
FINAL
IR IranIR Iran
2026-06-26Local: 20:00
Lumen FieldSeattle
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Tactical Profile & Squad Strength

Structured in a defensively solid 4-5-1 or 4-4-2, maintaining low block lines and releasing fast vertical passes.

Strengths

  • Clinical striker partnership
  • Disciplined defensive organization
  • Excellent physical height

Weaknesses

  • Slow build-up from defensive lines
  • Lack of creative central midfielders
  • Vulnerability to wide overloads

World Cup History

Iran has qualified 6 times, showing steady defensive improvements but never qualifying for the Round of 16.

FAQ: IR Iran National Team

IR Iran plays their opening match on 2026-06-15 against NEW-ZEALAND.

Related World Cup Coverage

⚽Group G Table & Results⚽Group G Scenarios⚽IR Iran Next Match Info⚽IR Iran Route to Final⚽IR Iran Qualification Scenarios⚽How to Watch IR Iran Live⚽Preview: Group G Matchday 1 fixture.⚽Preview: Group G Matchday 2 fixture.⚽Preview: Group G Matchday 3 fixture.

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