Belgium vs Iran Head-to-Head: Record, Stats & Form (Updated June 2026)

Belgium and Iran meet for the first time on record when they face off in their World Cup 2026 group-stage fixture on 21 June 2026. The Red Devils enter ranked 10th in the world, while Iran arrive as the 24th-ranked side — a gap in the standings that is broadly reflected in both teams’ recent form heading into this contest.

Head-to-Head Record

There are no recorded head-to-head meetings between Belgium and Iran in international football. With no shared history to draw upon, the most meaningful indicators for this World Cup 2026 fixture are each side’s current form, scoring output, and defensive solidity over their most recent matches.

Belgium: Recent Form

Belgium have been in outstanding shape across their last six matches, posting a record of four wins and two draws with no defeats (form string: W W D W W D, reading oldest to most recent). They have scored 21 goals and conceded just four in that span — an average of 3.5 goals for and only 0.67 against per match. Their 2.33 points per match underlines consistent results, and they have kept three clean sheets without once failing to score. Particularly eye-catching was a 5-0 home demolition of Tunisia on 6 June and a 5-2 away win against the USA in March, though their most recent outing — a 1-1 draw with Egypt on 15 June — served as a reminder that even the strongest sides can be held.

• 15 Jun 2026 — Belgium 1-1 Egypt (H) — Draw
• 6 Jun 2026 — Belgium 5-0 Tunisia (H) — Win
• 2 Jun 2026 — Croatia 0-2 Belgium (A) — Win
• 28 Mar 2026 — USA 2-5 Belgium (A) — Win

Iran: Recent Form

Iran have shown genuine quality in patches, recording three wins, two draws and one defeat across their last six outings (form string: D L W W W D, reading oldest to most recent), accumulating 1.83 points per match. They have scored 13 goals and conceded five, averaging 2.17 goals for and 0.83 against per fixture. Three clean sheets demonstrate defensive discipline, though they were also held scoreless once. A standout result was a 5-0 away victory over Costa Rica in March, while back-to-back home wins over Gambia (3-1) and Mali (2-0) in May and June showed momentum building into the tournament. A 1-2 home loss to Nigeria in late March and a 2-2 draw with New Zealand on 16 June — their final pre-tournament fixture — indicate that Iran can be vulnerable when pressed.

• 16 Jun 2026 — Iran 2-2 New Zealand (H) — Draw
• 4 Jun 2026 — Iran 2-0 Mali (H) — Win
• 29 May 2026 — Iran 3-1 Gambia (H) — Win
• 31 Mar 2026 — Costa Rica 0-5 Iran (A) — Win

Form and Record at a Glance

• Head-to-head: No recorded meetings between Belgium and Iran — this will be a historic first encounter.
• Belgium’s last 6: 4W, 2D, 0L — unbeaten run with 21 goals scored and only 4 conceded.
• Iran’s last 6: 3W, 2D, 1L — 13 goals scored and 5 conceded.
• Points per match: Belgium 2.33 vs Iran 1.83.
• Clean sheets: Both sides have kept 3 clean sheets in their last 6 matches; Belgium have not failed to score once, Iran have been shut out once.
• Scoring average: Belgium average 3.5 goals per match; Iran average 2.17 — a combined potential of over five goals per fixture based on recent output.

How Belgium and Iran Compare

Belgium’s scoring output — 21 goals in six matches at an average of 3.5 per fixture — is markedly higher than Iran’s 13 goals at 2.17 per match, and the Red Devils have also conceded fewer on average (0.67 against Belgium’s 0.83 for Iran). Both defences have been relatively solid, each keeping three clean sheets, but Belgium’s unbeaten run and superior points-per-match figure of 2.33 versus Iran’s 1.83 reflect a consistent edge in results. Iran’s ability to score freely — as shown by that 5-0 win over Costa Rica — means they are far from a passive opponent, yet Belgium’s defensive record over this period is among the tightest in their recent history.

FAQ

Have Belgium and Iran ever played each other before?

No — there are no recorded international meetings between Belgium and Iran. Their World Cup 2026 fixture on 21 June 2026 will be the first time the two nations have faced each other.

What is Belgium’s current form ahead of the World Cup 2026 match?

Belgium are unbeaten in their last six matches (4W, 2D, 0L), scoring 21 goals and conceding just four, with a points-per-match average of 2.33 — one of the strongest recent records among World Cup 2026 participants.

What is Iran’s form going into the Belgium match?

Iran have won three, drawn two and lost one of their last six matches, accumulating 1.83 points per match and keeping three clean sheets, though a 2-2 draw with New Zealand in their most recent outing on 16 June highlighted some defensive vulnerability.

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When do Belgium and Iran play at the 2026 World Cup?

Belgium and Iran are scheduled to meet on 21 June 2026 as part of the World Cup 2026 group stage. Belgium enter as the higher-ranked side at 10th in the world, with Iran positioned 24th.