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FIFA WC: Iran left sweating on fate after dramatic draw with Egypt

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Iran Hold Egypt 1-1 but VAR Drama Leaves World Cup Knockout Hopes Hanging

By IANS News June 27, 2026 • 11:39 AM View: 560

Iran were left anxiously waiting to discover whether they had done enough to reach the FIFA World Cup knockout stage after a dramatic 1-1 draw with Egypt, in which a stoppage-time winner was ruled out for offside following a VAR review.

Already guaranteed qualification, Egypt finished second in Group G on five points behind Belgium on goal difference and will face Australia in the Round of 32 in Dallas on July 3.

TAGS Iran Vs Egypt FIFA World Cup 2026 VAR Controversy Mohamed Salah

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