Iran's hopes of reaching the World Cup knockout phase for the first time came to an agonising end on Saturday after Austria's last-gasp equaliser against Algeria left them ​outside the tournament's ...

Egypt are taking on Iran in their final group-stage match at the 2026 World Cup in Seattle today. Mohamed Salah’s side have ...

The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage format, criteria and rules for qualification. Find out who’s in and who’s out.

Iran's hopes of reaching the FIFA World Cup knockout stage for the first time ended in heartbreak after Austria's last-gasp equaliser against Algeria sealed their exit. But instead of focusing on ...

What started with 48 nations has been whittled down to a 32-team bracket as the 2026 FIFA World Cup moves to the knockout rounds. Three weeks and 32 games will produce a champion, runner-up and third- ...

The 2026 men’s World Cup has 48 teams competing in 72 group stage games, with the knockout rounds adding an extra 32 games to the schedule. Bring it on. MORE — Daily schedule for 2026 World Cup ...

Iran leave unbeaten after draws with Belgium, New Zealand and Egypt in a challenging campaign due to issues off the pitch.