Group G World Cup 2026: Final Standings, Results & Who Qualified
Group G World Cup 2026 is settled. Belgium won the group on goal difference, Egypt took second, and both reached the round of 32. Iran finished third and wait on a best third-placed spot, while New Zealand went out. The group ran June 15 to 26.
Here is the bottom line. Belgium thrashed New Zealand 5-1 to climb above Egypt and top the group on five points. Egypt drew 1-1 with Iran to finish second, also on five. Iran ended third on three points, and New Zealand bottom on one.
Below you get the full schedule with ET kickoff times, live standings, and results. You also see how to watch every Group G game in the US.
Group G World Cup 2026 Teams
Four teams from four different confederations made up Group G. Belgium brought European pedigree. Egypt leaned on Mohamed Salah. Iran were battle-tested, and New Zealand returned after a long absence. The FIFA rankings below show the final list before the tournament.
| Team | Confederation | FIFA Ranking | How They Qualified | Best World Cup Finish |
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| 🇧🇪 Belgium | UEFA | 9 | European qualifying | Third place (2018) |
| 🇮🇷 Iran | AFC | 20 | Asian qualifying | Group stage |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | CAF | 29 | African qualifying | Group stage |
| 🇳🇿 New Zealand | OFC | 85 | Oceania qualifying | Group stage |
Tap any team name above for its full and final 26-man squad.
Group G World Cup 2026 Schedule
Group G played six matches over two weeks. Belgium faced Egypt in the opener, and the final two matches kicked off together on June 26. All times below are Eastern Time (ET).
| Date | Match | Kickoff (ET) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, June 15 | Belgium 1-1 Egypt | 3:00 p.m. | Lumen Field, Seattle |
| Mon, June 15 | Iran 2-2 New Zealand | 9:00 p.m. | SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles |
| Sun, June 21 | Belgium 0-0 Iran | 3:00 p.m. | SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles |
| Sun, June 21 | New Zealand 1-3 Egypt | 9:00 p.m. | BC Place, Vancouver |
| Fri, June 26 | Egypt 1-1 Iran | 11:00 p.m. | Lumen Field, Seattle |
| Fri, June 26 | New Zealand 1-5 Belgium | 11:00 p.m. | BC Place, Vancouver |
Every Group G match was on the Pacific coast. The games split across Seattle, Los Angeles, and Vancouver, so the group ran in both the US and Canada.
World Cup 2026 Group G Standings
The standings below update live as results come in. The top two teams advanced, and the best third-placed teams can also reach the round of 32. Final standings: Belgium won Group G on five points and a plus-four goal difference. Egypt also finished on five and took second. Iran came third on three points and wait on the best third-placed rankings, while New Zealand ended bottom on one.
FIFA changed the tiebreakers for 2026. If teams finish level on points, head-to-head results now come first. The order is head-to-head points, then head-to-head goal difference, then head-to-head goals scored. If they are still level, FIFA uses overall goal difference, then overall goals scored, then the fair play record, and finally the FIFA ranking.
Group G Results
Belgium drew 1-1 with Egypt in Seattle. Emam Ashour gave Egypt a shock lead, before Romelu Lukaku came off the bench and forced a Mohamed Hany own goal seconds later. Iran and New Zealand drew 2-2 in Los Angeles, Elijah Just scoring twice with Ramin Rezaeian and Mohammad Mohebbi replying.
On June 21, Egypt made history, beating New Zealand 3-1 in Vancouver for their first ever World Cup win, with Mohamed Salah scoring and setting up Trezeguet. Belgium were held to a 0-0 draw by Iran in Los Angeles and finished with ten men after Nathan Ngoy’s red card.
On June 26, Belgium roared back with a 5-1 thrashing of New Zealand to win the group on goal difference. Egypt drew 1-1 with Iran to take second. Iran finished third on three points and must wait on the best third-placed rankings, while New Zealand went out.
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| 1 | Belgium | 1–1 | 0–0 | |||
| 2 | Egypt | 1–1 | ||||
| 3 | Iran | 2–2 | ||||
| 4 | New Zealand | 1–5 | 1–3 |
How to Watch Group G World Cup 2026 in the US
You had clear options in both English and Spanish. In English, games aired on FOX and FS1, with select matches streaming free on the Tubi app. In Spanish, they aired on Telemundo and Universo, or streamed on Peacock.
The group stage is done. Belgium and Egypt reached the round of 32, with Iran hoping to join them among the best third-placed teams. Their knockout dates and opponents follow next.
Who Won Group G?
Belgium won Group G. After two draws, the 9th-ranked side roared to life with a 5-1 win over New Zealand that lifted them above Egypt on goal difference, with Kevin De Bruyne and Jeremy Doku driving them under Rudi Garcia.
Egypt reached the round of 32 in second, inspired by Mohamed Salah and a historic first World Cup win over New Zealand. Iran finished third on three points and wait on the best third-placed rankings, while New Zealand went out after two heavy defeats.
FAQ About Group G World Cup 2026
Who won Group G at the 2026 World Cup?
Belgium won Group G on goal difference after a 5-1 win over New Zealand left them level with Egypt on five points. Egypt finished second, also on five, and both reached the round of 32. Iran came third on three points and await the best third-placed rankings, while New Zealand finished bottom.
Have Egypt ever won a World Cup match?
Yes, for the first time. Egypt beat New Zealand 3-1 on June 21, 2026 for their first ever World Cup win, with Mohamed Salah inspiring the breakthrough. They drew their other two games and reached the round of 32 as Group G runners-up.
Are Belgium still contenders after their golden generation?
Belgium’s celebrated golden generation, which finished third in 2018, has largely retired. Under coach Rudi Garcia, a refreshed side built around Kevin De Bruyne and Jeremy Doku started slowly with two draws, then won Group G with a 5-1 thrashing of New Zealand.
Has Iran ever advanced past the World Cup group stage?
No. The 2026 finals were Iran’s seventh World Cup and their fourth in a row, and they have never reached the knockout rounds. They drew all three Group G games to finish third on three points and must wait on the best third-placed rankings.
Why was New Zealand’s 2010 World Cup notable?
New Zealand drew all three group games in 2010, including a famous 1-1 with defending champions Italy, and were the only unbeaten team at that tournament. They returned in 2026, drew with Iran, then lost to Egypt and Belgium to finish bottom of Group G.
What channel is Group G on in the US?
In English, Group G matches air on FOX and FS1. Select games stream free on Tubi. In Spanish, watch on Telemundo and Universo, or stream the Spanish feed on Peacock.
Group G World Cup 2026 ended with Belgium top and Egypt alongside them in the round of 32, Iran waiting on a best third-placed spot, and New Zealand out. Bookmark this page for live standings and results, and follow the qualifiers in the knockouts on FOX, FS1, Telemundo, and Peacock.
