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Egypt vs Iran — FIFA World Cup 2026
Egypt
EGY
VS
Iran
IRN
June 13, 2026
16:00 ET
Estadio Akron, Guadalajara, Mexico
Capacity: 49,850
Egypt arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with 3 previous appearances, their best result being Group stage (1934, 1990, 2018). Iran have 6 appearances on football's biggest stage, with a best finish of Group stage (1978, 1998, 2006, 2014, 2018, 2022). Both sides qualified via CAF third round winners and AFC Group A winners respectively. This is a rare inter-confederation clash: Egypt of Confederation of African Football against Iran of Asian Football Confederation. Nations from different confederations meet infrequently outside World Cup tournaments.
Expected Lineups & Formation
Projected starting XIs, tactical shapes, and squad depth for Egypt vs Iran.
Tactical Formation Diagram
Hover or tap an expected starter to open the full player profile and compare both tactical systems.
Egypt 4-3-3 4-3-3 Iran
1 Mohamed El-Shennawy 
2 Omar Gaber 
4 Ahmed Hegazi 
5 Mahmoud Hamdy 
3 Ahmed Fatouh 
6 Tarek Hamed 
8 Emam Ashour 
10 Mohamed Salah 
7 Trézéguet 
9 Mostafa Mohamed 
11 Omar Marmoush 
1 Alireza Beiranvand 
2 Sadegh Moharrami 
4 Shoja Khalilzadeh 
5 Milad Mohammadi 
3 Ehsan Hajsafi 
6 Saeid Ezatolahi 
8 Ahmad Nourollahi 
10 Alireza Jahanbakhsh 
9 Mehdi Taremi 
7 Mohammad Mohebi 
11 Karim Ansarifard Egypt (4-3-3)
Iran (4-3-3)
Egypt
4-3-3 · Coach: Hossam Hassan · Squad Profile →
Substitutes Bench
Iran
4-3-3 · Coach: Amir Ghalenoei · Squad Profile →
Substitutes Bench
Egypt vs Iran — Historic Context & Meeting Record
World Cup pedigree, confederation background, and what this fixture means for both nations.
Egypt and Iran are level: 0 wins each and 1 draws across 1 senior international meetings.
| Date | Competition | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Jun 2000 | Friendly | Tehran, Iran | Iran 1–1 Egypt |
Egypt
ConfederationConfederation of African Football
World Cup Apps3
Best ResultGroup stage (1934, 1990, 2018)
QualificationCAF third round winners
Iran
ConfederationAsian Football Confederation
World Cup Apps6
Best ResultGroup stage (1978, 1998, 2006, 2014, 2018, 2022)
QualificationAFC Group A winners
📍 Venue Fact Sheet — Estadio Akron
Opened2010
SurfaceBermuda grass
Capacity49,850
ArchitectVicente Navarro + Populous
WC 2026 Matches4
Notable Events2011 Pan American Games football final
Notable Matches at This Venue
| Year | Competition | Teams | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Pan American Games Final | Mexico vs Argentina | Mexico 1–0 Argentina |
| 2026 | FIFA World Cup | 4 matches scheduled | TBC |
Team Form & Recent Outings
How Egypt and Iran arrive at the World Cup based on their last five competitive fixtures.
Egypt
WLDWD
2W 2D 1L · 7 GF · 3 GA · 3 CS
Verified data — source: martj42/international_results (results.csv) · updated 2026-03-31
D 0-0
31 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs Spain (A)
W 4-0
27 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs Saudi Arabia (A)
D 0-0
17 Jan 2026 · African Cup of Nations · vs Nigeria (N)
L 0-1
14 Jan 2026 · African Cup of Nations · vs Senegal (N)
W 3-2
10 Jan 2026 · African Cup of Nations · vs Ivory Coast (N)
Iran
WDDLW
2W 2D 1L · 8 GF · 2 GA · 4 CS
Verified data — source: martj42/international_results (results.csv) · updated 2026-03-31
W 5-0
31 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs Costa Rica (N)
L 1-2
27 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs Nigeria (N)
D 0-0
18 Nov 2025 · Al Ain International Cup · vs Uzbekistan (N)
D 0-0
13 Nov 2025 · Al Ain International Cup · vs Cape Verde (N)
W 2-0
14 Oct 2025 · Friendly · vs Tanzania (N)
Key Players to Watch
Six individuals who could decide the outcome of Egypt vs Iran at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Egypt
Player to Watch
Mostafa Mohamed
25 caps · 10 goals
Aerial duel winner — 68% success rate
Mostafa Mohamed has been instrumental in Egypt's qualifying campaign, delivering clutch performances in high-pressure away fixtures. Expect them to roam between the lines and exploit gaps behind the opposition back line.
Ahmed Koka
50 caps · 30 goals
Most interceptions per 90 in squad
A mainstay of the Egypt national team with over 20 caps, Ahmed Koka brings leadership and technical quality. Their movement off the shoulder of the last defender creates constant problems for opposing centre-backs.
Mahmoud Hassan
12 caps · 7 goals
Fastest player in squad (35.2 km/h)
Mahmoud Hassan is enjoying a career-best season at Konyaspor, translating club form into international impact. Hossam Hassan relies heavily on their creativity in the final third to maintain Egypt's competitive edge.
Iran
Player to Watch
Mehdi Taremi
76 caps · 1 goals
Most carries into opposition box
Mehdi Taremi has been instrumental in Iran's qualifying campaign, delivering clutch performances in high-pressure away fixtures. Expect them to roam between the lines and exploit gaps behind the opposition back line.
Karim Ansarifard
38 caps · 13 goals
Key press trigger in high block system
A mainstay of the Iran national team with over 26 caps, Karim Ansarifard brings leadership and technical quality. Their movement off the shoulder of the last defender creates constant problems for opposing centre-backs.
Allahyar Sayyadmanesh
13 caps · 28 goals
Set-piece specialist — 8 direct free-kick goals
Allahyar Sayyadmanesh has been instrumental in Iran's qualifying campaign, delivering clutch performances in high-pressure away fixtures. Expect them to roam between the lines and exploit gaps behind the opposition back line.
Tactical Analysis
A deep dive into how Hossam Hassan and Amir Ghalenoei will set their sides up tactically for this FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage clash.
Egypt — 4-3-3
System Overview
A balanced system with width from full-backs and a single pivot shielding the back four.
Attacking Patterns
Egypt's set-piece threat is significant — they scored 12 goals from corners and free-kicks in qualifying.
Defensive Shape
Egypt drops into a mid-block when leading, compressing vertical space between the lines.
Iran — 4-3-3
System Overview
A balanced system with width from full-backs and a single pivot shielding the back four.
Attacking Patterns
Egypt favours quick transitions within 5 seconds of winning possession — a direct counter-attacking style.
Defensive Shape
Egypt drops into a mid-block when leading, compressing vertical space between the lines.
Key Tactical Battle to Watch
The decisive tactical battle will be Egypt's three-man defence against Iran's wing-back system. If Hossam Hassan can neutralise Iran's primary creator in central zones, Egypt should control the tempo.
Match Prediction & AI Forecast
Data-driven outlook for Egypt vs Iran based on squad depth, recent form, and historical head-to-head trends.
AI Forecast
FavouriteEgypt
Confidence72%
Likely Scorelines2-0 · 2-1 · 1-0
Factors for Egypt
- Egypt possess greater squad depth and European club experience
- Egypt's home-continent advantage and familiar climate conditions
Factors for Iran
- Iran have shown resilience in tight knockout-style fixtures
- Iran's compact defensive block could frustrate Egypt's build-up
This forecast is generated by an editorial AI model using squad-depth heuristics and confederation strength indices. It is not a betting tip.
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Tickets & Pricing
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Frequently Asked Questions — Egypt vs Iran
Who is playing in Egypt vs Iran at the FIFA World Cup 2026?
Egypt face Iran on June 13, 2026 at Estadio Akron. The match features Egypt's 4-3-3 system under head coach Hossam Hassan against Iran's 4-3-3 shape managed by Amir Ghalenoei.
What time does Egypt vs Iran kick off?
Kick-off is scheduled for the local match time shown above. Check your local broadcaster for timezone conversion. FIFA recommends arriving at the stadium at least 90 minutes before kick-off.
Where is Egypt vs Iran being played?
The match takes place at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara, Mexico. The stadium has a capacity of 49,850 spectators.
How to buy FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets for Egypt vs Iran?
Tickets are available through the official FIFA Ticketing portal at fifa.com/tickets. Categories range from $60 (Category 3) to $450+ (Hospitality). Create a FIFA ID and select your preferred seating tier during the sales phase.
What formation will Egypt and Iran use?
Egypt typically line up in a 4-3-3 formation under Hossam Hassan, while Iran favour a 4-3-3 system with Amir Ghalenoei. Expected lineups are listed in the team sheets above.
Who are the key players to watch in Egypt vs Iran?
For Egypt, watch Mohamed El-Shennawy in attack. For Iran, Alireza Beiranvand leads the line. Both teams rely on experienced midfield engines to control tempo.
What TV channel is broadcasting Egypt vs Iran?
Broadcast rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 are held by Fox Sports (USA), TelevisaUnivision (Mexico), TSN (Canada), BBC/ITV (UK), ARD/ZDF (Germany), and beIN Sports (Middle East). Check your local listings for the exact channel in your territory.
Has Egypt ever reached the World Cup knockout stage?
Egypt have reached the knockout rounds in some tournaments, with their best ever finish being Group stage (1934, 1990, 2018).
Has Iran ever reached the World Cup knockout stage?
Iran have reached the knockout rounds in some tournaments, with their best ever finish being Group stage (1978, 1998, 2006, 2014, 2018, 2022).
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