Iran's stoppage-time goal was disallowed in a 1-1 draw with Egypt at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as defender Shojae Khalilzadeh appeared to have scored the game-winner three minutes into second-half stoppage time. The decision left both teams with one point each in the group stage.
Match Overview
The match, played on 26 June 2026, saw Egypt take an early lead before Iran equalized. Khalilzadeh's late goal was ruled out for an infringement, sparking debate among fans and analysts. According to Reuters, the referee disallowed the goal after consulting with the VAR team.
Impact on Group Standings
The draw leaves both Iran and Egypt with a single point, keeping their qualification hopes alive but putting pressure on their remaining group matches. Iran will need a win in their next game to advance, while Egypt also faces a must-win scenario.
"It's a disappointing result for us, but we have to focus on the next match," said an Iranian team spokesperson. Egypt's coach echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the need to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
