Egypt vs Iran World Cup 2026 Tips - 27 June
Egypt vs Iran FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G tips. Kickoff 05:00 SAST Saturday 27 June at Lumen Field, Seattle. Picks, form, H2H and odds from SA bookmakers.
- Egypt vs Iran kicks off at 05:00 SAST on Saturday 27 June at Lumen Field in Seattle, with both sides needing points to seal Group G progression.
- Egypt sit top of Group G on four points after a 3-1 win over New Zealand, while Iran are second on two points having drawn both their matches.
- We back Egypt to win or draw, fancying the match to stay under 2.5 goals given Iran's defensive discipline and the tactical caution both teams will show.
Egypt versus Iran is a group decider with a place in the knockout round on the line. The Pharaohs sit top of Group G on four points and know a draw keeps them through, while Iran must attack to give themselves the best shot at second place. We are backing Egypt to win this match and the total to stay under 2.5 goals, given the compact shape Iran have shown across two draws and the cautious approach Hossam Hassan's men can afford to take from a position of strength.
The Pick Card
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| Selection | Bookmaker | Odds | Stake | Operator CTA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egypt Win | Hollywoodbets | @2.15 | 2 Units | Bet here |
| Under 2.5 Goals | Betway | @1.80 | 2 Units | Bet here |
| Mohamed Salah Anytime Scorer | Easybet | @2.40 | 2 Units | Bet here |
The Form Line
Egypt arrive at this fixture having scored four goals in two World Cup matches. They drew 1-1 with Belgium on matchday one before turning on the style against New Zealand, coming from a goal down at halftime to win 3-1 in Vancouver. Mohamed Salah was the catalyst throughout the second half, scoring his 68th international goal and supplying two assists to claim the man-of-the-match award, while Mostafa Ziko and Trezeguet also got on the scoresheet.
Iran have been hard to beat at this tournament, picking up two draws from two outings without conceding from open play. They came from behind twice to hold New Zealand 2-2 in their opener before goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand produced seven saves to keep Belgium at bay in a 0-0 draw in Los Angeles. Mehdi Taremi remains the danger man, having had a goal correctly ruled out for offside against Belgium and striking the woodwork against New Zealand.
Head to Head
| Year | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | LG Cup (Friendly) | 1-1 (Egypt won 8-7 on penalties) |
These two nations have met just once before, and that contest was settled on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the 2000 LG Cup. There is very little historical data to draw from, making current form and tournament context the primary guide.
Team News
Egypt's key attacking trio of Salah, Trezeguet and Ziko all came through the New Zealand match without issue. Hany Moussa has been reliable at the back alongside Ibrahim Salah in the centre of defence. No fresh injury concerns have been confirmed, though the squad rotation picture ahead of what is a must-win fixture for Iran remains to be seen before kick-off.
Iran's big squad news predates the tournament: star forward Sardar Azmoun was omitted from the 26-man group after alleged political controversy, leaving Taremi to lead the line alone. Alireza Jahanbakhsh provides creativity from wider areas, and Mohammad Mohebi impressed with his goal against New Zealand. Goalkeeper Beiranvand has been outstanding and is expected to start again.
Verdict
Egypt have the quality to win this without overextending themselves, and Salah in his current mood is capable of deciding a game on his own. Iran's defensive record is admirable, but they must come forward to get the win they need, which opens space for Egyptian counters. We are most confident in the under 2.5 goals line, with the Egypt win and Salah as anytime scorer rounding out a three-pick card that reflects both the form and the group-stage stakes.
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