Belgium will be aiming to secure their first victory of the 2026 World Cup when they take on Iran in their second Group G fixture. As Belgium are a more experienced side than Iran, we predict a 2-1 home win. The Red Devils had to settle for a 1-1 draw against Egypt in their opener, coming from behind to rescue a point. Rudi Garcia's men showed character and should be stronger this time around, with Romelu Lukaku expected to return to the starting XI after playing a key role in the equalizer. Sporting CP defender Zeno Debast remains unavailable through injury, but Belgium still possess plenty of firepower, led by Kevin De Bruyne and Jeremy Doku. The Red Devils have been in excellent form recently, averaging 3.2 goals per game over their last ten matches while posting an impressive expected goals figure of 2.35.
Iran, meanwhile, shared the spoils in an entertaining 2-2 draw with New Zealand. Team Melli created plenty of chances, finishing the match with 17 goal attempts, but defensive lapses proved costly. There are no fresh injury concerns for Amir Ghalenoei's side, although experienced defender Ehsan Hajsafi must be careful as he sits one yellow card away from suspension. Iran have struggled on their travels recently, failing to win any of their last three away matches and scoring just once during that run. As before, former Inter ace Mehdi Taremi will be the man to watch in the awya team.
Belgium possess more quality across the pitch and should benefit from Lukaku's return. Therefore, Home Win is our main betting tip for this matchup, alongside Belgium Over 1.5 and Over 2.5 goals total (Belgium average 3.9 total goals per match, while Iran's opener produced four goals).
This World Cup 2026 match will be played on Sunday 21 June 2026 at 20:00.
What is our Belgium vs Iran prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Belgium 2 - 1 Iran
Belgium vs Iran Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 2-1 @ 800 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes @ 110 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -800 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -275 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals @ -111 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -350 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Romelu Lukaku @ 105 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Romelu Lukaku @ 350 Odds
- To be Booked: Saeid Ezatolahi @ 160 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Iran +1.5 @ -154 Odds
- European Handicap: Iran +2 @ -150 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 7.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 162 Odds
- Double Chance: 12 @ -550 Odds
- Draw No Bet: Belgium to Win @ -800 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: Belgium to Win/Belgium to Win @ 110 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Belgium - No @ -120 Odds
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View OfferBelgium Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wdwdwwdwwd | 2.20 |
| Home | wdwwd | 2.20 |
| Away | wdwdw | 2.20 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 60% | 60% | 60% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.90 | 4.00 | 3.80 |
| Scored | 3.20 | 3.80 | 2.60 |
| Conceded | 0.70 | 0.20 | 1.20 |
| BTTS | 50% | 20% | 80% |
| Clean Sheets | 50% | 80% | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 10% | 20% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 2.35 | 3.01 | 1.69 |
| Expected Goals Against | 0.86 | 0.63 | 1.09 |
Iran Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | llwddlwwwd | 1.50 |
| Home | lwlwwwd | 1.86 |
| Away | ldd | 0.67 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 57% | 0% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.40 | 3.00 | 1.00 |
| Scored | 1.60 | 2.14 | 0.33 |
| Conceded | 0.80 | 0.86 | 0.67 |
| BTTS | 40% | 43% | 33% |
| Clean Sheets | 50% | 43% | 67% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 14% | 67% |
| Expected Goals | 1.30 | 1.44 | 1.02 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.07 | 1.04 | 1.12 |
Belgium vs Iran Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
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