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- Final TV channel assignment (FOX broadcast network vs FS1) for this fixture has not been formally confirmed by FOX Sports at time of publication.
- Final-round group implications (who can advance and how) depend on Group G results from the first two rounds, which had not been played at time of publication.
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Group G · Final round
Egypt vs Iran — Seattle Stadium, June 26.
Match facts
Quick answer
Egypt plays Iran at Seattle Stadium (commonly known as Lumen Field) in Seattle on Friday, June 26, 2026 at 11:00 PM ET. It is the final Group G fixture for both teams and may decide the group’s round-of-32 qualifiers. The match airs on FOX in English and Telemundo in Spanish; both are free over the air with an HD antenna in the broadcast footprint, and stream on FOX One (English) and Peacock (Spanish).
Match overview
This is the final Group G fixture for both teams. Standings after the first two rounds will determine the importance of the match — in the expanded 48-team format, third-place teams can advance to the round of 32, but every group point matters. The other Group G teams (Belgium and New Zealand) play their final fixture simultaneously elsewhere in the host city footprint.
Stadium & transit
Lumen Field is in Seattle’s SoDo neighborhood. Sound Transit Link light rail runs from Sea-Tac Airport directly to Stadium Station in about 38 minutes; from downtown Seattle it is a 10–15 minute walk. Sounder commuter rail runs on weekdays. For an 11 PM ET kickoff (8 PM local time), check Link light rail late-service hours. Allow at least 60 minutes from Sea-Tac and arrive two hours before kickoff. CupCities has a dedicated Seattle city guide at /host-cities/seattle.
Tickets
FIFA controls primary ticketing for all 2026 matches via fifa.com. Final-round group fixtures often see late demand surges as standings clarify; any third-party platform is a secondary resale.
Local watch points
Seattle has an official FIFA Fan Festival with a giant screen broadcasting every match free. Lumen Field hosts six 2026 matches; the final Group G fixture closes out the city’s group-stage hosting window.
Egypt
Egypt qualifies for the World Cup intermittently — the 2018 World Cup was its first since 1990; 2026 is its second consecutive appearance, with Mohamed Salah continuing to lead the attack and a deeper supporting squad than 2018. Egypt has won a record seven Africa Cup of Nations titles.
Iran
Iran (Team Melli) is one of Asia’s most consistent World Cup participants, qualifying for seven of the last 14 World Cups. The federation’s last knockout-round appearance was 1978; recent World Cups (2014, 2018, 2022) ended in the group stage. AFC qualifying delivered the federation’s passage. The squad draws from the Persian Gulf Pro League, MLS, and European clubs.
Result
Result and match report will publish here after kickoff. Pre-match, this section stays empty — CupCities does not publish predicted scores or simulated results.
FAQ
Egypt vs Iran: FAQs
When and where is Egypt vs Iran at the 2026 World Cup?
Friday, June 26, 2026 at 11:00 PM ET (8:00 PM local Seattle time), at Seattle Stadium (Lumen Field). FIFA refers to the venue as Seattle Stadium under its neutral-naming policy.
How can I watch Egypt vs Iran in the US?
FOX in English and Telemundo in Spanish. With an HD antenna in the broadcast footprint, both are free over the air. FOX One streams it in English ($19.99/month); Peacock streams it in Spanish ($7.99/month).
Why is Egypt vs Iran so late on the US East Coast?
The match is an 8:00 PM local Seattle time kickoff. Because Seattle is three hours behind the US East Coast in summer, that translates to 11:00 PM ET. The same fixture kicks off at 5:00 PM in Cairo on June 27 local time.
Where can I buy tickets for Egypt vs Iran?
FIFA controls primary ticketing for all 2026 matches at fifa.com. Final-round group fixtures often see late demand surges; any third-party platform is a secondary resale.
How do I get to Lumen Field for a late-night kickoff?
Sound Transit Link light rail runs from Sea-Tac Airport directly to Stadium Station in about 38 minutes. For a late kickoff, check Link’s service-end times; rideshare and taxi remain available after rail closes.
Why is the stadium called Seattle Stadium on FIFA materials?
FIFA refers to the venue as Seattle Stadium under its neutral-naming policy that forbids commercial sponsor names on host venues. Locally, on tickets, and on transit signage the stadium is Lumen Field.