Published on December 9, 2025 • 4 min read
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Group G brings together a favorite with major tournament pedigree, two extremely disciplined national teams, and an Oceania representative who always arrives eager to prove themselves. Belgium headline the group with their attacking experience and depth, while Egypt enter confident behind a core of stars and a passionate football culture. Iran remain organized and difficult to break down, and New Zealand arrive hungry to challenge bigger footballing nations.
Belgium, while no longer in the so-called golden generation peak, still boast exceptional attacking talent and enough experience at major tournaments to be firm contenders. Their approach should be proactive and possession-focused, aiming to dictate games early in the group.
Egypt lean on elite individual quality and solid defensive structure. They’ve shown consistent progress internationally and will believe they can secure a top-two finish if they perform early in the group stage and handle tense moments effectively.
Iran continue to be one of the most tactically disciplined sides in Asia, known for defensive organization, resilience, and the ability to frustrate higher-ranked opponents. Their experience in global competitions gives them every chance of sneaking into the knockout rounds.
New Zealand know they enter as heavy underdogs, but with physicality, work rate, and set-piece threat, they will be intent on staying competitive and searching for a shock result that could change the tone of the entire group.
Belgium are projected to top the group, while Egypt and Iran may be fighting closely for second place. New Zealand will require a perfect performance to make the knockout picture, but they can influence the race significantly with even a single result.
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