Belgium face Iran in a crucial World Cup 2026 Group G clash this afternoon, with both teams seeking to claim top spot after opening draws. The match kicks off at 8pm BST at Los Angeles Stadium and will be televised live on ITV1.
Group G standings tight after matchday one
Both Belgium and Iran drew their opening fixtures, leaving the group wide open. Belgium were held 1-1 by Egypt, with Romelu Lukaku forcing an own-goal equaliser after trailing for much of the game. Lukaku also missed a late chance to win it, raising questions about his starting place. Iran played out a thrilling 2-2 draw with New Zealand, with goals from Ramin Rezaeian and Mohammed Mohebi.
The final group standings will become clearer when New Zealand face Egypt in Vancouver in the early hours of Monday morning.
How to watch Belgium vs Iran
TV channel: The match is broadcast live and free-to-air on ITV1, with coverage starting at 7pm BST.
Live stream: UK viewers can watch via the ITVX website or app, free with registration.
Live blog: Follow Standard Sport's dedicated match blog for expert insight and analysis.
Free highlights: World Cup highlights are available on FIFA's official YouTube channel, BBC iPlayer, and ITVX.
Team news and predictions
Belgium manager may decide to stick with Lukaku despite his missed chance, while Iran are likely to field the same attacking lineup after their impressive display. According to Standard Sport, this match could be a close contest, with Iran capable of troubling the Red Devils.
Stay tuned for live updates from Los Angeles as the action unfolds.
