Group G World Cup 2026 features Belgium, Egypt, Iran, and New Zealand. The group runs June 15 to 26. Belgium open against Egypt in Seattle.
Here is the bottom line. Belgium are the group favorite. Egypt and Iran should fight for second place. New Zealand are the underdogs.
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 make up Group G. Belgium bring European pedigree. Egypt lean on Mohamed Salah. Iran are battle-tested, and New Zealand return after a long absence.
| 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 | 21 | Asian qualifying | Group stage |
| Egypt | CAF | 29 | African qualifying | Group stage |
| New Zealand | OFC | 85 | Oceania qualifying | Group stage |
FIFA rankings reflect the April 2026 list. The next update lands June 9.
You can see the full roster for each nation here:
- Belgium World Cup squad 2026
- Egypt World Cup squad 2026
- Iran World Cup squad 2026
- New Zealand World Cup squad 2026
Group G World Cup 2026 Schedule
Group G plays six matches over two weeks. Belgium face Egypt in the opener. The final two matches kick off at the same time on June 26.
All times below are Eastern Time (ET).
| Date | Match | Kickoff (ET) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, June 15 | Belgium vs Egypt | 3:00 p.m. | Lumen Field, Seattle |
| Mon, June 15 | Iran vs New Zealand | 9:00 p.m. | SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles |
| Sun, June 21 | Belgium vs Iran | 3:00 p.m. | SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles |
| Sun, June 21 | New Zealand vs Egypt | 9:00 p.m. | BC Place, Vancouver |
| Fri, June 26 | Egypt vs Iran | 11:00 p.m. | Lumen Field, Seattle |
| Fri, June 26 | New Zealand vs Belgium | 11:00 p.m. | BC Place, Vancouver |
Every Group G match is on the Pacific coast. The games are split across Seattle, Los Angeles, and Vancouver, so the group runs in both the US and Canada. The final two matches start together at 11 p.m. ET.
Want the full picture? See the complete World Cup 2026 Fixtures for all 104 matches.
World Cup 2026 Group G Standings
The standings below update live as results come in. The top two teams advance, plus the best third-placed team can reach the round of 32.
- Possible qualification (best 8 third-placed teams advance)
- Eliminated from tournament
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 teams 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
Group G results post here after each match.
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| 4 | New Zealand |
Who Will Win Group G?
Belgium are the favorite. They rank 9th and finished third at the 2018 World Cup, their best ever. The golden generation has moved on, but coach Rudi Garcia still has Kevin De Bruyne and the pace of Jeremy Doku. Topping the group looks likely.
Egypt and Iran are set to chase second. Egypt’s hopes rest on Mohamed Salah, while Iran bring organization and the threat of Mehdi Taremi.
New Zealand are the outsiders. As the lone Oceania side, they will look to spring a surprise in the expanded format.
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FAQ About Group G World Cup 2026
Have Egypt ever won a World Cup match?
No. Egypt are still chasing their first World Cup win. They played at the 1934, 1990, and 2018 tournaments, and 2026 is their fourth, but they have never won a match or escaped the group stage. Mohamed Salah, now 33, leads what may be their best chance yet.
Are Belgium still contenders after their golden generation?
Belgium’s celebrated golden generation, which finished third in 2018, has largely retired. Names like Eden Hazard and Jan Vertonghen are gone after a group-stage exit in 2022. Under coach Rudi Garcia, a refreshed side still built around Kevin De Bruyne and winger Jeremy Doku enters Group G as the clear favorite.
Why was New Zealand’s 2010 World Cup notable?
New Zealand drew all three of their group games in 2010, including a famous 1-1 result against defending champions Italy. They were the only unbeaten team at that tournament, yet they still went out in the group stage. The 2026 finals mark their return after a 16-year absence.
Has Iran ever advanced past the World Cup group stage?
No. The 2026 finals are Iran’s seventh World Cup and their fourth in a row. They have never reached the knockout rounds. They came closest in 2018, when they missed the round of 16 by a single point after beating Morocco and pushing Spain and Portugal close.
Where are Group G matches played?
Every Group G match is on the Pacific coast, across three cities and two countries. Seattle’s Lumen Field and Los Angeles’s SoFi Stadium host the US games, while BC Place in Vancouver stages two matches in Canada. The two final-round games kick off together at 11 p.m. ET on June 26.
What is the marquee match in Group G?
Belgium vs Egypt on June 15 is the standout fixture. It pits two Premier League stars against each other, with Belgium’s Kevin De Bruyne facing Egypt’s Mohamed Salah. The opener in Seattle could shape the race at the top of the group and set the tone for both sides.
