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Egypt vs. IR Iran

Friday, June 26, 8:00pm | Seattle Stadium

 

Seattle Stadium will host a compelling Group Stage matchup as Egypt faces Iran.

Featuring two proud soccer nations with passionate fan bases and rich international histories, the match is expected to bring an electric atmosphere and global energy to the Pacific Northwest.

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The flag of Egypt with three horizontal stripes in red, white, and black, and a gold Eagle of Saladin emblem centered on the white stripe.

Seattle Ready for Another Night with Egypt

After opening its tournament campaign against Belgium national football team, Egypt national football team returns to Seattle for a highly anticipated matchup against Iran national football team. As Seattle’s vibrant matchday atmosphere comes alive for a second time, fans can expect another unforgettable celebration of global soccer and culture.

Egypt’s Previous World Cup Experience

  • World Cup appearances: 4
  • Best experiences: 1934, 1990, 2018
  • Last World Cup: Russia 2018
  • First World Cup: Italy 1934
  • All-time record: 0 wins, 2 draws, 5 losses
  • Top player: Mohamed Salah
The national flag of Iran with horizontal green, white, and red stripes, the red emblem of Iran in the center, and stylized Arabic script on the borders of the white stripe.

Team Melli Takes the Pitch

Three-time Asian champions and perennial continental powerhouses, Team Melli have dominated their region for years while repeatedly falling short on the world stage—exiting the group phase in all six of their World Cup appearances.

This time feels different.

Fresh off a commanding qualification campaign and armed with a mature, battle-hardened generation of talent, the Iran team lands in North America carrying genuine momentum, and the quiet conviction that they can finally break the glass ceiling and charge into the knockout rounds.

Iran’s Previous World Cup Experience

  • World Cup appearances: 7
  • Best experiences: 1978, 1998, 2006, 2014, 2018, 2022 (Group Stage)
  • Last World Cup: Qatar 2022
  • First World Cup: Argentina 1978
  • All-time record: 3 wins, 4 draws, 11 losses
  • Top player: Mehdi Taremi
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Getting to Seattle Stadium

Located in the heart of the city, Seattle Stadium (known year-round as Lumen Field) is your gateway to an unforgettable World Cup™ experience.

Just a short walk from downtown, this iconic venue is surrounded by world-class dining, buzzing neighborhoods, and breathtaking views of the Puget Sound and Mount Rainier.

Whether it’s your first time here or your first time in Seattle, get ready for a stadium atmosphere powered by passionate fans, local flavor, and the energy of a city that lives for the game.

How to Get to the Stadium

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Group Stage Matches

Two stylized flags: Belgium’s black, yellow, and red on the left, Egypt’s red, white, and black with a gold eagle on the right. "VS." is in the center, with "BELGIUM" and "EGYPT" labeled below each flag.
Match 16

Belgium vs. Egypt

June 15 | 12:00pm PT

USA and Australia flags side by side with "VS." in between on a teal background, representing a competition or match between the two countries. The word "USA" is under the American flag, "AUSTRALIA" under the Australian flag.
Match 32

Team USA vs. Australia

June 19 | 12:00pm PT

Graphic showing stylized flags of Bosnia-Herzegovina (left) and Qatar (right) with "VS." in between. "Bosnia-Herzegovina" and "Qatar" are written below their respective flags. Background features faint sports field markings.
Match 52

Boznia-Herzegovina vs. Qatar

June 24 | 12:00pm PT

 

 

Round of 32 Match

Two large, rounded white rectangles face off on a dark teal background with faint sports strategy diagrams, separated by "VS." in the center. The left rectangle is labeled "1G" and the right is labeled "3AEHIJ" below each shape.
Match 82

IG vs 3AEHIJ

July 1 | 1:00pm PT

Round of 16 Match

Graphic showing two white rounded rectangles labeled "W81" and "W82" on a dark teal background with sports field markings. The rectangles face each other with "vs." in between, suggesting a sports matchup.
Match 94

W81 vs. W82

July 6 | 5:00pm PT

 

 

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