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Iran at the World Cup 2026: Squad, Manager & Group Guide
Everything you need to know about Iran ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with William Hill News profiling their chances this summer.
Amir Ghalenoei will aim to outmuscle his opponents and keep a stout formation, which is good formula for stifling more gifted sides. At the 2026 World Cup, Iran can expect to get to the knockouts for the first time, but the Round of 32 would be the limit.
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World Cup 2026 Group & Fixtures
| Schedule | Teams and Fixtures |
|---|---|
| Opponents | Belgium, Egypt and New Zealand |
| Match 1 | Iran vs New Zealand — 16/06/2026 / venue: SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles Stadium), Inglewood, California |
| Match 2 | Iran vs Belgium — 21/06/2026 / venue: SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles Stadium), Inglewood, California |
| Match 3 | Iran vs Egypt — 27/06/2026 / venue: Lumen Field (Seattle Stadium), Seattle, Washington |
Iran 2026 World Cup FAQs:
Who is Iran’s manager at the World Cup 2026?
Amir Ghalenoei is the manager of Iran at the 2026 World Cup. This is Ghalenoei’s second spell at the helm of the Iran national team.
How did Iran qualify for the World Cup 2026?
Iran won Group A of the AFC Third Round with 23 points in ten games to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
Who are Iran’s key players?
The conservative approach from the manager only puts more of an impetus on Iran’s key forwards. Mehdi Taremi can be a real menace in the box, while Mohammad Mohebi is a regular contributor from the wing.
What is Iran’s World Cup history?
Iran’s World Cup history features seven qualifications, including the 2026 tournament, with this being their fourth successive competition. However, Iran has never escaped the groups.
- Iran odds to win the World Cup: 500/1 at William Hill.
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