Mohamed Salah Leads Egypt to Victory

Mohamed Salah commanded the Pharaohs to a 3-1 victory over New Zealand on Monday.

What's at Stake?

The match against Iran is a must-see, with either side able to top the Group G table.

Egypt, the most successful side in Africa Cup of Nations history, had never won a World Cup game before Monday's victory.

Mohamed Salah will have to play an integral role in the match should Egypt wish to secure a second consecutive win.

Omar Marmoush is also a threat, capable of springing to life should even a half chance fall his way.

The Iranians have a storyline of their own, setting up a knockout clash against the United States in the Round of 16.

A win will give them a chance to top the group.

What Egypt have going for them is a veteran Salah surely in higher confidence than he has been for most of the 2025/26 season.

The Pharaohs' right-back, Mohamed Hany, and recent attacking introduction, Mostafa Ziko, are also in fine form.

The clash will be a tight draw, with Egypt still topping the group and Iran going through as one of the Top 8 third-placed sides.

Prediction: Egypt 2-2 Iran