Iran fans will be looking forward to breaking their World Cup hoodoo in the summer. Despite mixing it with the best soccer sides on the planet at six previous tournaments over the years, Team Melli is still attempting to escape the opening phase and reach the knockouts.
Iran can expect a huge following for their group games in California and Seattle, but can the team build up a head of steam Stateside and progress to the knockouts? You could be there in person to give them vocal support.
What is Iran's World Cup 2026 group schedule?
| Date | Fixture | Venue | Final Score/ Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, June 15 | Iran vs New Zealand | SoFi Stadium (Inglewood) | 2-2 |
| Sunday, June 21 | Iran vs Belgium | SoFi Stadium (Inglewood) | 0-0 |
| Friday, June 26 | Iran vs Egypt | Lumen Field (Seattle) | Tickets |
What are the cheapest Iran tickets?
Based on current resale listings, early FIFA pricing estimates, and the lowest publicly available prices, here are the Iran tickets currently on the market.
Prices are subject to change due to dynamic pricing and ongoing demand.
| Match (Date) | Venue (City) | Avg. Price Range (Entry Level) | Tickets |
| Egypt vs. Iran (June 26) | Seattle Stadium (Seattle, USA) | $155 – $320+ | Tickets |
Note: Ticket prices fluctuate regularly due to live resale activity and platform dynamic tiering. Rankings capture baseline entry general admission pricing recorded at the time of calculation.
What to expect from Iran in the World Cup 2026?
The Persian nation’s World Cup adventure began way back in 1978 in Argentina, but it would be another 20 years before they returned to the biggest sporting tournament on the globe. Although making regular appearances since, they’ve struggled to find the winning formula, notching just three wins in total from their six World Cup campaigns. However, having qualified for their fourth straight tournament, their fans will be hoping this could be the time when they finally make their mark on the global scene.
Iran arrives in North America on the back of another impressive qualifying campaign. Under boss Amir Ghalenoei, who has masterminded 28 wins from 41 starts since starting his second spell in charge, they have steadily built momentum.
Mehdi Taremi has played a starring role in recent times, and the former Porto hitman added another 10 goals during the various qualifying phases. At 33 years of age, he’ll be hoping to go out on a high, in what is likely to be his last World Cup campaign.
Group G Standings
| Team | Pld | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
| Egypt | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | +2 | 4 |
| Iran | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Belgium | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| New Zealand | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | −2 | 1 |
When to buy Iran World Cup 2026 tickets
As of today, the major official World Cup ticket lotteries (including the Visa Presale, Early Ticket Draw, and the post-draw Random Selection Draw) have officially concluded.
With over 500 million requests processed during those phases, primary availability is now at an all-time low.
Here's what you need to know at a glance:
- The Last-Minute Sales Phase is currently live, having launched on April 1. Unlike previous rounds, this is not a lottery. Tickets are being sold on a strictly first-come, first-served basis with immediate confirmation. This represents the final opportunity to purchase official tickets directly from FIFA.
- The Official FIFA Resale Marketplace is also open. This platform is now the primary authorized destination for fans to buy and sell verified tickets at regulated prices as the tournament approaches.
- Alternatively, fans may look to secondary marketplaces like StubHub for last-minute tickets. Remember to check the T&Cs of any secondary sites for tickets you're buying.
Iran World Cup 2026 tickets: How much do they cost?
Match tickets for Iran's FIFA World Cup 2026 group matches are split into the following categories:
- Category 1: The most expensive, located in the lower seating tier.
- Category 2: Spans both upper and lower tiers outside Category 1 areas.
- Category 3: Mainly in the upper tier, beyond Categories 1 and 2.
- Category 4: The most affordable, located in the upper tier outside the other categories.
Prices are likely to fluctuate throughout the various ticket release/sales phases. Estimates are shown below:
| Stage | Ticket price range |
|---|---|
| Group Stage (excl. host nations) | $60 - $620 |
| Group Stage (US, Canada & Mexico matches) | $75 - $2,735 |
| Round of 32 | $105 - $750 |
| Round of 16 | $170 - $980 |
| Quarter-finals | $275 - $1,775 |
| Semi-finals | $420 - $3,295 |
| Final | $2,030 - $7,875 |
When is the FIFA World Cup 2026?
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, spanning 16 host cities in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
104 matches will be played over 34 days across North America. For the first time, the tournament will feature 48 teams and be jointly hosted by three nations.
The host cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026 are as follows:
- Canada: Toronto and Vancouver
- Mexico: Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey
- United States: Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Seattle
Who is in the Iran World Cup Squad? Final 26-Man Lineup
Under the tactical guidance of veteran manager Amir Ghalenoei, the Iran national football team (Team Melli) has officially locked in its final 26-man roster. Returning to the global stage for a historic fourth consecutive finals appearance, Iran anchors a highly competitive Group G alongside heavyweight contenders Belgium, Egypt, and New Zealand.
The squad features a deeply experienced, battle-tested core balancing defensive grit with sharp attacking flair. The backline is anchored by veteran Persepolis center-back Hossein Kanaanizadegan and Shojae Khalilzadeh, shielded by the defensive general Saeid Ezatolahi. Up front, the attack revolves entirely around talismanic star striker Mehdi Taremi alongside explosive creative wingers like Al-Shabab's Alireza Jahanbakhsh and Ittihad Kalba's Saman Ghoddos.
Whether you are plotting out their path to the knockout phases or tracking ticket availability for the massive Group G fixtures in Los Angeles and Seattle, here is the official 26-player roster representing Iran:
| Position | Player | Current Club |
| Goalkeepers | Alireza Beiranvand | Tractor |
| Payam Niazmand | Sepahan | |
| Hossein Hosseini | Esteghlal | |
| Defenders | Hossein Kanaanizadegan | Persepolis |
| Shojae Khalilzadeh | Tractor | |
| Milad Mohammadi | Persepolis | |
| Amin Hazbavi | Al-Ahli (Qatar) | |
| Abolfazl Jalali | Esteghlal | |
| Saleh Hardani | Sepahan | |
| Aria Yousefi | Sepahan | |
| Saman Fallah | Esteghlal | |
| Midfielders | Saeid Ezatolahi | Shabab Al Ahli |
| Saman Ghoddos | Ittihad Kalba | |
| Alireza Jahanbakhsh | Al-Shabab | |
| Omid Noorafkan | Melavan | |
| Mohammad Ghorbani | Orenburg | |
| Rouzbeh Cheshmi | Esteghlal | |
| Ali Karimi | Kayserispor | |
| Forwards | Mehdi Taremi (C) | Inter Milan |
| Sardar Azmoun | Shabab Al Ahli | |
| Mehdi Ghayedi | Kalba | |
| Mohammad Mohebi | Rostov | |
| Mehdi Torabi | Tractor | |
| Ali Gholizadeh | Lech Poznań | |
| Shahriyar Moghanlou | Ittihad Kalba | |
| Allahyar Sayyadmanesh | Westerlo |
What are the FIFA World Cup 2026 venues?
Back in June 2022, the sixteen FIFA World Cup 2026 host cities were announced (two in Canada, three in Mexico, and eleven in the United States). Check out those cities and the stadiums that will be used as venues below:
| Country | Stadium (City) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | BC Place (Vancouver) | 48,821 |
| BMO Field (Toronto) | 72,766 | |
| Mexico | Estadio Banorte (Mexico City) | 48,821 |
| Estadio Akron (Guadalajara) | 44,330 | |
| Estadio BBVA (Monterrey) | 50,113 | |
| United States | Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta) | 67,382 |
| Gillette Stadium (Foxborough) | 63,815 | |
| AT&T Stadium (Dallas) | 70,122 | |
| NRG Stadium (Houston) | 68,311 | |
| Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City) | 67,513 | |
| SoFi Stadium (Inglewood) | 69,650 | |
| Hard Rock Stadium (Miami) | 64,091 | |
| MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford) | 78,576 | |
| Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia) | 65,827 | |
| Levi's Stadium (Santa Clara) | 69,391 | |
| Lumen Field (Seattle) | 65,123 |