Iran made FIFA World Cup history by naming the oldest starting lineup in the tournament since 1966, with an average age of 32 years and 181 days. The experienced team showed great determination and held Belgium to a goalless draw despite facing constant pressure. Belgium managed 23 shots but failed to score, their highest number of attempts without a goal in a World Cup match since 1994. Meanwhile, Iran produced a disciplined defensive show to earn a point in their second Group G match of the 2026 edition of World Cup at Los Angeles Stadium on Sunday.&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier, Belgium started strongly, enjoying most of the possession and creating the better chances. Maxim De Cuyper tested goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand with a long-range effort, but the Iranian shot-stopper dealt with it comfortably.&nbsp;&nbsp;Iran looked threatening on the counterattack and thought they had taken the lead in the 24th minute through Mehdi Taremi, but the goal was ruled out for offside after a VAR review.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-wc-2026-portugal-vs-uzbekistan-when-and-where-to-watch-live-streaming-in-india-1782127989136">FIFA WC 2026, Portugal vs Uzbekistan: When and where to watch live streaming in India?</a>&nbsp;Belgium continued to attack throughout the first half and created several opportunities, however, Beiranvand made a number of important saves to keep the score level at the break.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/mohamed-salah-egypt-first-fifa-world-cup-win-after-92-years-since-debut-longest-wait-for-victory-new-zealand-1782126966118">Salah ends Egypt’s 92-year wait| But did it break the all-time World Cup record?</a>

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The match changed in the 66th minute when Nathan Ngoy received a straight red card for fouling Taremi, who was through on goal after a defensive mistake. The red card was the eighth of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.&nbsp;&nbsp;With an extra player, Iran pushed forward in search of a winning goal and brought on fresh attacking options. Despite creating a few late chances, they could not find the breakthrough.&nbsp;The game ended 0-0, with both teams earning a point. Iran remain top of Group G with two points, Belgium are second on two points, while New Zealand and Egypt are both on one point.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Iran made World Cup history by fielding the oldest starting XI since 1966, with an average age of 32 years and 181 days, before holding Belgium to a 0-0 draw in their Group G encounter at Los Angeles Stadium on Sunday.

Iran made FIFA World Cup history by naming the oldest starting lineup in the tournament since 1966, with an average age of 32 years and 181 days. The experienced team showed great determination and held Belgium to a goalless draw despite facing constant pressure. Belgium managed 23 shots but failed to score, their highest number of attempts without a goal in a World Cup match since 1994. Meanwhile, Iran produced a disciplined defensive show to earn a point in their second Group G match of the 2026 edition of World Cup at Los Angeles Stadium on Sunday. Earlier, Belgium started strongly, enjoying most of the possession and creating the better chances. Maxim De Cuyper tested goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand with a long-range effort, but the Iranian shot-stopper dealt with it comfortably. Iran looked threatening on the counterattack and thought they had taken the lead in the 24th minute through Mehdi Taremi, but the goal was ruled out for offside after a VAR review. Also Read - FIFA WC 2026, Portugal vs Uzbekistan: When and where to watch live streaming in India? Belgium continued to attack throughout the first half and created several opportunities, however, Beiranvand made a number of important saves to keep the score level at the break. Also Read - Salah ends Egypt’s 92-year wait| But did it break the all-time World Cup record?

Iran made World Cup history by fielding the oldest starting XI since 1966, with an average age of 32 years and 181 days, before holding Belgium to a 0-0 draw in their Group G encounter at Los Angeles Stadium on Sunday.

FIFA 2026: Iran field oldest starting XI since 1966 during World Cup match vs Belgium

After their goalless draw with Belgium at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Iran’s football team left a heartfelt note for supporters in the SoFi Stadium dressing room in Los Angeles. According to Iran’s ISNA news agency, the players wrote a note thanking fans for their constant support. The players thanked Los Angeles for its warm welcome and expressed gratitude to Iranian fans who supported them throughout the two matches. They also shared a message of peace, respect and friendship among all nations. &nbsp;"From the ancient Persia of thousands of years ago to the civilised Iran of today, the spirit of Iran remains alive and steadfast," the note read. "We came to Los Angeles with pride, competed with honour and leave with dignity. Thank you, Los Angeles, for your hospitality. And thank you to every Iranian who gave their heart, voice and soul for Iran throughout these 180 minutes. May peace, respect and friendship prevail among all nations," the message added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-2026-mohamed-salah-scripts-history-becomes-egypt-s-oldest-world-cup-goalscorer-1782114790656">FIFA 2026 | Mohamed Salah scripts history, becomes Egypt's oldest World Cup goalscorer</a>

Iran have made a solid start to the tournament, as they first drew 2-2 with New Zealand and then held Belgium to a goalless draw. Goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand was the standout performer against Belgium, making several important saves to earn the Player of the Match award.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-world-cup-2026-day-12-live-streaming-when-and-where-to-watch-matches-in-india-1782113676931">FIFA WC 2026 Day 12 live streaming: When and where to watch matches in India?</a>&nbsp;With two points from two games, Iran are second in Group G and still have a strong chance of reaching the Round of 32. They will face Egypt in Seattle on Saturday, with a positive result potentially securing their place in the knockout stage.&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

With two points from two games, Iran are second in Group G and still have a strong chance of reaching the Round of 32. They will now face Egypt in Seattle on Saturday.

After their goalless draw with Belgium at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Iran’s football team left a heartfelt note for supporters in the SoFi Stadium dressing room in Los Angeles. According to Iran’s ISNA news agency, the players wrote a note thanking fans for their constant support. The players thanked Los Angeles for its warm welcome and expressed gratitude to Iranian fans who supported them throughout the two matches. They also shared a message of peace, respect and friendship among all nations. "From the ancient Persia of thousands of years ago to the civilised Iran of today, the spirit of Iran remains alive and steadfast," the note read. "We came to Los Angeles with pride, competed with honour and leave with dignity. Thank you, Los Angeles, for your hospitality. And thank you to every Iranian who gave their heart, voice and soul for Iran throughout these 180 minutes. May peace, respect and friendship prevail among all nations," the message added. Also Read - FIFA 2026 | Mohamed Salah scripts history, becomes Egypt's oldest World Cup goalscorer

With two points from two games, Iran are second in Group G and still have a strong chance of reaching the Round of 32. They will now face Egypt in Seattle on Saturday.

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FIFA 2026: Iran field oldest starting XI since 1966 during World Cup match vs Belgium

FIFA 2026: Iran leave emotional note for fans following Belgium stalemate