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World Cup 2026 Group G preview: fixtures, squads and odds

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Group G of the 2026 World Cup pits Belgium, Egypt, Iran and New Zealand against each other in three matchdays across North America. Belgium open against Egypt on June 15 in Seattle, then travel to Los Angeles to face Iran on June 21 before a dawn clash with New Zealand in Vancouver on June 27. All kick‑offs are listed in BST.

Egypt’s schedule mirrors Belgium’s, with a June 15 opener in Seattle and a June 22 game in Vancouver versus New Zealand, followed by a June 27 showdown with Iran in Seattle. Iran meet New Zealand in Los Angeles on June 16, then challenge Belgium in the same city on June 21 and travel to Seattle for the final group fixture. New Zealand’s three games all fall in the early‑morning slots, beginning in Los Angeles on June 16.

Squad lists reveal Belgium’s depth, featuring Courtois and De Bruyne now at Napoli, while Egypt rely on Salah’s Liverpool form and a mix of domestic talent. Iran field a mix of local league regulars and overseas forwards like Taremi at Olympiakos. New Zealand bring seasoned Premier League striker Wood. The supercomputer model predicts a tight table, with Belgium and Egypt as slight favourites to advance.