Group Stage - 2
Belgium crest

Belgium

0–0
Full Time
Iran crest

Iran

SoFi Stadium · Inglewood· Ref: Dario Herrera, Argentina

Win ProbabilityPre-match model

42%
Belgium
22%
Draw
36%
Iran
Model confidence:high

Model Inputs

  • Belgium: 5pts, 3 played
  • Iran: 3pts, 3 played
  • Belgium form: WWDD
  • Iran form: DDD
  • H2H: 1 historical matches

Match Statistics

BelgiumIran
1.79Expected Goals (xG)0.62
70%Possession30%
23 (7)Shots (on target)7 (3)
621 (86%)Passes (accuracy)270 (73%)
4Corners2
7Fouls9
1Yellow Cards1
1Red Cards0
3Saves7
0Tackles0

Analysis & Intelligence

Data CrunchJun 21

Belgium 0–0 Iran: Dominance Undone by Finishing Bluntness

Belgium's 1.77 xG went to waste in scoreless Iran draw. Data reveals missed chance conversion, not midfield control, cost the Group Stage match at SoFi Stadium.

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Pre-MatchJun 19

Belgium and Iran Seek Breakthrough in California Stalemate

Belgium faces Iran in World Cup 2026 Group Stage Round 2, both seeking first win after opening draws. Analysis of tactics, form, and SoFi Stadium impact.

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