Both Iran and New Zealand will be acutely aware that an opening Group G victory could prove decisive when qualification is ...

Iran and New Zealand meet at SoFi Stadium in a Group G clash that could define both sides’ World Cup 2026 ambitions — and ...

Iran arrive at the 2026 World Cup as one of Asia’s most established footballing nations, yet the bookmakers have them ranked ...

Iran arrive at the 2026 World Cup as one of Asia’s most established footballing nations, yet the bookmakers have them ranked ...

The final days before the World Cup have carried a very different tone from the usual excitement, with immigration policy now ...

The most politically charged games at the World Cup will take place in Group G, but the storylines on the field are ...

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An Iran World Cup star has put the U.S. government on blast, claiming recent developments have created a tense atmosphere ...

As the World Cup takes over Seattle, the spotlight turns to the pitch. Get to know each team, storylines and histories — and ...

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Belgium arrive in Group G as the clear favourites — but the fading golden generation, a new manager, and Salah in his prime ...