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US to Host Belgium-Iran World Cup Match Amid Travel Dispute

6/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The United States will host Belgium vs Iran at SoFi Stadium on June 21, 2026.
Kick-off is 3:00 PM ET and the game will air on FS1 and stream on FUBO.
Opta rates Belgium’s win probability at 67.5 %, a draw at 19.3 % and Iran’s at 13.2 %.
Iran’s federation complained to FIFA about travel limits that allow venue access within 24 hours of the match.
White House task-force director Andrew Giuliani said the situation remains fluid.

History

Historical Context

In the 1998 World Cup, Iran upset the United States 2-1 in Lyon, sending the Americans home from Group F. Earlier, Iran had earned that spot by drawing 1-1 with Australia before 128,000 fans in Tehran during the 1997 AFC–OFC play-off. On 21 June 2026, the U.S. will host Belgium versus Iran at SoFi Stadium, with Andrew Giuliani handling Iran’s travel-restriction complaint.

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Story summary

The United States will host Belgium vs Iran at SoFi Stadium on June 21, 2026.
Kick-off is 3:00 PM ET and the game will air on FS1 and stream on FUBO.
Opta rates Belgium’s win probability at 67.5 %, a draw at 19.3 % and Iran’s at 13.2 %.
Iran’s federation complained to FIFA about travel limits that allow venue access within 24 hours of the match.
White House task-force director Andrew Giuliani said the situation remains fluid.

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