2026 World Cup: Belgium leapfrogs Egypt to win Group G while Iran experiences VAR heartbreak

No one can say the final matches of Group G at the 2026 World Cup weren't eventful.In the span of 30 minutes, Belgium, Egypt and Iran jostled for position in Vancouver and Seattle. The night began with Egypt leading the group. Then Belgium took the lead. Then Egypt took it back. Then Belgium again. The Belgians, previously one of the tournament's most disappointing teams after two draws, finally won the group on a goal by their all-time leading goal scorer, Romelu Lukaku.That wasn't the end of t