Belgium held 0-0 by Iran as Ngoy sent off

Iran keeper Beiranvand produces string of key saves

After falling behind to a stunning strike by Emam Ashour, the Red Devils then turned to one of their old masters, with substitute Romelu Lukaku effectively forcing Mohamed Hany to score an own goal.

Belgium were held to a scoreless draw by Iran in a frustrating encounter that saw the Red Devils reduced to 10 men and facing the possibility of group-stage elimination for a second consecutive World Cup.

Belgium and Iran remain without a win at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after playing out a tense goalless draw in Los Angeles on Saturday.