Belgium’s Official Lineup for World Cup Match Against Iran

On Sunday evening, French coach Rudi Garcia announced the official lineup for the Belgium national team ahead of their match against Iran in the second round of the group stage at the 2026 World Cup.

The match between Belgium and Iran is set to kick off at 10 PM Cairo and Mecca time, as part of Group F in the World Cup tournament.

Belgium’s Lineup Against Iran

Goalkeeper: Thibaut Courtois.

Defenders: Thomas Meunier, Nathan Ngoy, Brandon Mechele, Maxim De Cuyper.

Midfielders: Nicolas Raskin, Kevin De Bruyne, Youri Tielemans.

Forwards: Alexis Saelemaekers, Romelu Lukaku, Leandro Trossard.

Iran’s Lineup Against Belgium

Goalkeeper: Alireza Beiranvand.

Defenders: Saleh Hardani, Ehsan Haji Safi, Shoja Khalilzadeh, Hossein Kanani, Ali Naimi, Ramin Rezaeian.

Midfielders: Saeed Ezatolahi, Mohammad Mohbi, Saman Ghoddos.

Forward: Mehdi Taremi.

Belgium vs. Iran in the World Cup

Despite having a roster filled with prominent names and vast international experience, Belgium’s collective performance in their opening match raised questions about their readiness to maintain strong momentum throughout the tournament.

Rudi Garcia will rely on key offensive players such as Romelu Lukaku and Leandro Trossard, along with midfield duo Kevin De Bruyne and Youri Tielemans, to achieve balance and return to winning ways.

On the other hand, the Iranian team enters this encounter under coach Amir Ghalenoei with high aspirations. They are banking on clear tactical discipline and fighting spirit demonstrated in their first match despite facing challenges in the tournament.

The Iranian squad will depend on standout players like Mehdi Taremi, Mohammad Mohbi, and Ramin Rezaeian to secure a positive result that enhances their hopes of advancing to the knockout stage for the first time in history.