Egypt booked their place in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 after a 1-1 draw with Iran at Lumen Field in Seattle in the final round of Group G.
Mahmoud Saber gave Egypt an early lead before Ramin Rezaeian equalised for Iran after following up a penalty rebound that had been saved by goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir.
The match delivered late drama when Iran had a stoppage-time goal ruled out for offside after a VAR review, preserving the draw and sending Egypt through in second place behind Belgium on goal difference.
Iran finished third with three points from three draws and must wait to see if they qualify among the best third-placed teams, while Egypt prepare to face Australia in the next round.