Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article 0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterSubscribe to our newsletterBelgium vs Iran is next up at World Cup 2026, with both sides looking for a first win.The Red Devils only got a draw in their opening fixture against a resilient Egyptian side, but as arguably the strongest team in the group, Kevin De Bruyne and co. will be looking to secure a win to qualify for the knockouts.Can Iran spring a shock against Belgium to put the cat amongst the pigeons?Play our FREE match predictor and win �1kBelgium vs Iran odds from BOYLE SPORTSBelgium WIN - 4/11Draw - 7/2Iran WIN - 13/2Belgium vs Iran predictionsBelgium didn't really click in their last fixture, with Jeremy Doku struggling to make an impact, Kevin De Bruyne still getting up to speed, and Leandro Trossard drifting about to try and make an impact.Iran, themselves, have had plenty of disruption in this tournament and are still finding their feet. You may like How to watch Belgium vs Iran for FREE How to watch Belgium vs Egypt for FREE: Live stream details for World Cup 2026 as the Red Devils look to brush off underachievers tag Watch Croatia vs Belgium for FREE: TV info This may well start off cagey, with De Bruyne and Trossard looking to dictate and Doku trying to find the space where he can but if the floodgates open, the Belgians may well relax and find their rhythm.While Iran are no pushovers, they'll be looking to hit Belgium on the break: this is a weaker Belgian defence than we've seen in previous years, and Amir Ghalenoei's men could well capitalise on a break just as Egypt tried to.Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.Belgium will be aware of the threat that Pro League-based Alireza Jahanbakhsh poses, while Mehdi Taremi is a seasoned finisher who could pose a threat.Score prediction: Belgium 3-1 IranBelgium have attacking riches at their disposal, while should prove too much for Iran to deal with.It shouldn't be a completely one-sided contest, however, with both sides having weaknesses and probably wanting to approach this one with caution.How to watch Belgium vs IranYou can watch Belgium vs Iran in Group G of World Cup 2026 for free. All the information you need is in our how to watch guide.The match will be broadcast live on ITV and STV in the UK, FOX in the United States and SBS in Australia.What's your Brazil vs Haiti prediction? Let us know below...TOPICSBelgiumIranMark WhiteSocial Links NavigationContent EditorMark White is the Digital Content Editor at FourFourTwo. During his time on the brand, Mark has written three cover features on Mikel Arteta, Martin Odegaard and the Invincibles, and has written pieces on subjects ranging from Sir Bobby Robsons time at Barcelona to the career of Robinho. An encyclopedia of football trivia and collector of shirts, he first joined the team back in 2020 as a staff writer.
