Var controversy

FIFA WC: Iran left sweating on fate after dramatic draw with Egypt

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Iran Hold Egypt 1-1 but VAR Drama Leaves World Cup Knockout Hopes Hanging

By IANS News June 27, 2026 • 11:39 AM View: 443

Iran were left anxiously waiting to discover whether they had done enough to reach the FIFA World Cup knockout stage after a dramatic 1-1 draw with Egypt, in which a stoppage-time winner was ruled out for offside following a VAR review.

Already guaranteed qualification, Egypt finished second in Group G on five points behind Belgium on goal difference and will face Australia in the Round of 32 in Dallas on July 3.

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