Belgium delivered a dominant 5-1 victory over New Zealand to win Group G on goal difference. Kevin De Bruyne and Leandro Trossard starred as the Red Devils advanced to the round of 32, while New Zealand exit with one point.

Mohamed Salah becomes Egypt's all-time top World Cup qualifying scorer, boosting their 2026 hopes. Meanwhile, Iran sends a new diplomatic message to FIFA over a visa controversy involving activist fans, threatening tournament inclusivity.

Egypt roared back from a goal down to beat New Zealand 3-1 in Vancouver, securing their first World Cup victory in history. Mohamed Salah scored the go-ahead goal as the Pharaohs now top Group G with four points.

Egypt secured their first-ever World Cup victory, coming from behind to beat New Zealand 3-1 in Vancouver. Captain Mohamed Salah scored and assisted, leading a second-half surge that puts Egypt top of Group G.

Group G of the 2026 World Cup features Belgium as favorites but with a declining golden generation, Iran under geopolitical strain co-hosted by the US, Egypt seeking first win, and physical New Zealand.

Belgium and Iran meet in a crucial World Cup 2026 Group G match after both drew their openers. Belgium seeks to overcome a 1-1 draw with Egypt, while Iran aims to build on a 2-2 draw with New Zealand. Live coverage from Los Angeles Stadium.

Scottish goalkeeper Craig Gordon, 43, returns from a life-threatening neck injury for the 2026 World Cup, joining aging stars like Ronaldo and Messi. Extreme heat in host cities adds danger for these veteran players, raising questions about safety and performance.

Brazil star Neymar shows good progress in MRI for calf injury, but likely to miss World Cup opener vs Morocco. Coach Ancelotti cautious.

Egypt heads to the 2026 World Cup unbeaten in qualifying, driven by Mohamed Salah. Key group stage clash vs Belgium on June 15. Coach Hassan's pragmatic 4-3-3 system and 18-year-old talent Hamza Abdel Karim add intrigue.

Egyptian teenager Hamza Abdelkarim, on loan from Al Ahly to Barcelona's U19, has been called up for the 2026 World Cup. Meanwhile, Roony Bardghji omitted from Sweden squad for non-sporting reasons.

Egypt announces 27-man provisional squad for 2026 World Cup, led by Mohamed Salah. Notable inclusions: Omar Marmoush and 18-year-old Hamza Abdelkarim. Mostafa Mohamed omitted due to poor form.

Mohamed Salah will captain Egypt at the 2026 World Cup. The 33-year-old Liverpool star leads a 27-man squad including uncapped 18-year-old Hamza Abdelkarim.