The Egyptian and Iranian teams have already confirmed their squads for the clash at the FIFA World Cup, which will take place tomorrow, June 27, 2026, at 00:00 (local time). The clash, valid for the third round of Group G, will be played at Lumen Field, in Seattle, in the United States, broadcast on TV Globo in Brazil. The definition of the starting teams is a crucial moment, as it reveals the strategies that each coach intends to use to seek victory in this decisive stage of the tournament.
Bookmakers’ projections for the clash
Betting platforms already indicate their expectations for the match. At Betano Brasil WC 2026, the odds for Egypt to win are 2.67, a draw at 2.67 and Iran’s triumph at 3.65. In Superbet Brasil WC 2026, the numbers are slightly different, with Egypt at 2.60, draw at 2.65 and Iran at 3.40. These probabilities point to a balance in the game, with a slight market preference for a possible draw or Egyptian victory.
The teams reach the final round of the group stage with points records that indicate a tight competition: one team accumulated 4 points in their most recent games (with a draw and a win) and the other with 2 points (as a result of two draws). These numbers suggest the vital importance of this last game for the classification.
The trophy history of the Egypt and Iran teams
In terms of historical achievements, Egypt has a more robust CV, with seven major trophies in its catalogue. Iran, in turn, has three important titles.
Channels and platforms to follow the match
Fans in Brazil will have several options to watch the game. The official broadcast will be on TV Globo. Additionally, several other platforms and channels will offer coverage:
- TV Globo
- Betano
- Disney+
- Prime Video
- Sportv
- Globoplay
- YouTube – CazeTV
- GETV
- Sportv 4K
Details about the match and the refereeing table
The match is scheduled for June 27, 2026, at midnight (local time). The duel is part of the FIFA World Cup Football Championship calendar, specifically for Round 3 of Group G. The referee responsible for the game will be Szymon Marciniak, from Poland.
Regarding the FIFA rankings, Egypt occupies the 29th position globally, while Iran is ranked as the 20th best team in the world. Referee Marciniak has an average of 0.20 yellow cards and 4.26 cards per game in his most recent performances.
The venue for the clash: Lumen Field in Seattle
The confrontation between Egypt and Iran will take place at the renowned Lumen Field, a stadium located in the city of Seattle, in the United States. The venue is known for hosting major sporting events and offering a vibrant atmosphere.
Athletes in the spotlight: Mohamed Salah and Shoja Khalilzadeh
Two players stand out based on their recent performances. For Egypt, striker Mohamed Salah is the central point, with high scores in attack (77) and creation (84). For Iran, defender Shoja Khalilzadeh is a defensive pillar, with 75 in defense and 61 in tackling, showing his importance in containment.
Defined tactics: confirmed formations of Egypt and Iran
The confirmed lineups reveal the coaches’ tactical strategies. Egypt enters the field with a 4-2-3-1 formation, while Iran opts for a more defensive formation, 5-3-2.
Egypt’s starting team (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper: M. Shobeir (23)
- Defenders: M. Hany (3), M. Abdelmonem (6), R. Rabia (5), A. Aboul-Fetouh (13)
- Midfield: M. Saber (21), M. Lasheen (17), M. Ziko (11), E. Ashour (8)
- Forwards: M. Salah (10, captain), M. Trézéguet (7)
Iran’s starting lineup (5-3-2):
- Goalkeeper: A. Beiranvand (1)
- Defenders: R. Rezaeian (23), H. Kanaani (13), S. Khalilzadeh (4), A. Nemati (19), M. Mohammadi (5)
- Midfield: S. Ghoddos (14), M. Ghorbani (21), S. Ezatolahi (6)
- Forwards: M. Taremi (9, captain), M. Mohebi (8)
The strategists in charge of the teams
The Egyptian team is led by coach Hossam Hassan. Iran’s coach is Amir Ghalenoei. Both professionals have the responsibility of guiding their teams in search of a positive result in this important clash.
Players on the bench for Egypt and Iran
The benches have several options for coaches to make strategic changes throughout the match.
Substitutes from Egypt:
- Mohamed El-Shenawy (1)
- Mahdi Soliman (16)
- Mohamed Alaa (26)
- Yasser Ibrahim (2)
- Karim Hafez (15)
- Tarek Alaa (24)
- Nabil Donga (18)
- Marwan Attia (19)
- Haissem Hassan (12)
- Ibrahim Adel (20)
- Zizo (25)
- Hamza Abdelkarim (9)
- Omar Marmoush (22)
Substitutes from Iran:
- Payam Niazmand (12)
- Hossein Hosseini (22)
- Ehsan Hajsafi (3)
- Daniel Eiri (25)
- Roozbeh Cheshmi (15)
- Saleh Hardani (2)
- Aria Yousefi (17)
- Amirmohammad Razzaghinia (26)
- Mehdi Ghayedi (10)
- Alireza Jahanbakhsh (7)
- Mahdi Torabi (16)
- Ali Alipour (11)
- Amirhossein Hosseinzadeh (18)
- Shahriar Moghanlou (20)
- Dennis Eckert Ayensa (24)
Injury absences confirmed
Both teams have absences due to injuries. For Egypt, Hamdy Fathy is out with a hamstring injury, and Hossam Abdelmaguid suffered a head injury. The evaluations and statistics of this competition are calculated based on data provided by FIFA, football’s governing body.