Egypt vs Iran – Prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups 27-06

Egypt and Iran meet in a crucial World Cup 2026 group stage clash. The match takes place this Saturday, 27 June, at 4 AM (BST) at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington. Both nations will be eager to secure a victory to boost their chances of advancing to the knockout rounds.

The two sides head into this fixture with inconsistent recent results, which suggests a closely fought contest could be on the cards in this decisive group-stage game. This Egypt vs. Iran prediction anticipates a tight battle, with both teams fighting hard for a positive outcome.

Keep reading to discover our betting tips and in-depth analysis for this exciting encounter.

Egypt vs. Iran - Head-to-head record

The historical record for Egypt vs. Iran presents a unique situation, as this World Cup match marks the first competitive meeting between these national teams. With no past meetings to analyse, the focus shifts entirely to current form and tournament performance.

Egypt - Carrying strong momentum

Egypt comes into this crucial match with positive momentum after a strong start to their World Cup campaign. In the following sections, we will analyse their current form, their latest results, and how they might approach this test against Iran. We will also look at the expected Egypt vs. Iran line-ups to give you a complete picture.

Recent form

Egypt enters this final group stage match with strong momentum, remaining unbeaten in the World Cup. Their campaign began with a 1-1 draw against Belgium, a commendable result. They then secured an impressive 3-1 victory over New Zealand, giving them four points from two fixtures.

Mohamed Salah has been instrumental, contributing one goal and two assists in the tournament. However, Egypt’s attack is versatile, with Emam Ashour and Mostafa Ziko also finding the net. This spread of goalscorers suggests they can pose a threat to any defence.

This positive World Cup start gives them significant momentum for the clash with Iran. Abdelmaguid and Fathy will miss this match. Still, Egypt’s solid form will boost confidence as they aim for the knockout stages.

Results of the last five matches

Probable line-up for Egypt

Shobeir; Fatouh, Rabia, Ibrahim, Hany; Ziko, Lasheen, Ashour, Salah, Attia; Marmoush.

Manager: Hossam Hassan.

Iran - Seeking a crucial victory

Let’s take a closer look at Iran’s current situation. We will analyse the team’s momentum, recent results, and standout players for this crucial match.

Recent form

Iran enters this final group match unbeaten, but in a precarious position. They have drawn both of their World Cup games so far, a 2-2 result against New Zealand followed by an impressive 0-0 draw with Belgium. While avoiding defeat is positive, these results leave them with just two points and likely needing a victory here to advance.

Their defensive strength was clear in the match against Belgium, where goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand kept a crucial clean sheet. However, their attack has not been as prolific, with their two tournament goals coming from defender Ramin Rezaeian and midfielder Mohammad Mohebi. Star striker Mehdi Taremi is yet to get on the scoresheet in this competition.

This paints a picture of a well-organised and resilient side that is difficult to break down. With no reported injuries, Iran will have their full squad available for this decisive fixture. Their challenge will be to translate their defensive solidity into a winning performance by finding more of a cutting edge in attack.

Results of the last five matches

Probable line-up for Iran

Beiranvand; Hajsafi, Khalilzadeh, Kanaani, Nemati, Rezaeian; Ghoddos, Jahanbakhsh, Ezatolahi, Mohebi; Taremi.

Manager: Amir Ghalenoei.

Egypt vs. Iran - Stats

• Egypt’s matches in this World Cup have seen an average of 3.0 total goals.
• Iran have kept one clean sheet in their two tournament fixtures so far.
• Mohamed Salah has been the key player for Egypt, being directly involved in three of their four goals, with one goal and two assists.
• For Iran, defender Ramin Rezaeian has been crucial in attack, contributing to both of their goals with one goal and one assist.
• Trezeguet has proven to be a threat from the bench, scoring one goal in just 14 minutes of action for Egypt.

Predictions for Egypt vs. Iran - Pharaohs to take the points

Egypt arrives with strong momentum after an unbeaten start, showcasing an effective attack led by the in-form Mohamed Salah. Backing them on the “Double Chance" market for a win or draw seems a solid option.

Iran, however, boasts a resilient defence, impressively holding Belgium to a goalless draw in their previous outing. This suggests a tight contest, and a match with under 3.5 goals is a likely scenario.

Considering Egypt"s superior attacking firepower and current confidence, they are tipped to secure a narrow victory in this decisive group stage fixture. Our main prediction is for an Egypt win, overcoming Iran"s stern defence.

Egypt x Iran
Tip	Tip	Best Odd
Double Chance	Egypt to Win or Draw on the "Double Chance" market	1.23 at BetMGM
Double Chance & Over/Under	The match to have a winner and under 3.5 goals	at BetMGM

The odds mentioned were collected at the time of writing this prediction and are subject to change. Always check the bookmaker"s site for up-to-date information.

Best markets to bet on Egypt vs. Iran

For those looking for more options, here are other valuable tips for the Egypt vs. Iran encounter.

🔥 Winner and Under 2.5 Goals - 0.00 at BetMGM

With Iran’s solid defence and Egypt’s attack, a tight game is expected. A single goal could be decisive, making a low-scoring win for either side a real possibility.

🔥 First Half Total Goals: Under 1.5 - 1.23 at BetMGM

Given the high stakes of this fixture, a cautious start from both teams is likely. This suggests a cagey first half with few clear-cut chances.

Where to watch Egypt vs. Iran?

Here is where to watch Egypt vs. Iran:

• TV: BBC Sport (Gbr), BBC Two (Gbr)
• Streaming: BBC Sport app (Gbr), BBC iPlayer (Gbr), BBC Radio 5 Live (Gbr)

Egypt vs. Iran - Match details

Check out the match details:

• Match: Egypt vs. Iran
• Competition: World Cup 2026
• Date: 27/06/2026
• Kick-off: 4 AM (BST)
• Venue: Lumen Field, Seattle, United States
• Broadcast: BBC Radio 5 Live (Gbr), BBC iPlayer (Gbr), BBC Sport (Gbr), BBC Sport app (Gbr), BBC Two (Gbr)

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