Iran will take center stage at the World Cup on Monday after arriving in the United States following a build-up shrouded by uncertainty due to war in the Middle East. Iran were initially to be based in Tucson,

Spain begins its 2026 FIFA World Cup run Monday, June 15. What to know about Spain vs Cape Verde, Belgium vs Egypt and the first game in Miami.

Follow along for live updates from the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday. Get the latest news, results, standings and highlights from the 48-team tournament.

Iran on Monday came from behind to snatch a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in their long-awaited opening game at the FIFA World as European heavyweights Spain were frustrated in a shock stalemate by tiny tournament debutants Cape Verde.

Despite a good response from Uruguay, Saudi Arabia go into the break with a 1-0 lead. Muslera fumbles a save, allowing Abdulelah Al-Amri to pounce on the rebound and give the Saudis the lead. Brilliant save from Fernando Muslera as he palms Abdulelah Al-Amri's shot away.

FIFA World Cup 2026 delivered a dramatic matchday 5 with four draws, including Iran vs New Zealand’s 2-2 thriller, as Cabo Verde held Spain and Belgium, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay also shared points in a historic sequence of results.

Day 5 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 promises exciting encounters as Spain and Belgium begin their campaigns while Iran will play their first match amid the tense political situation.

The 2026 World Cup remains at full throttle on Monday, June 15, and after Spain's shocking draw and Belgium 's tight matchup with Egypt, the two night games feature Uruguay vs. Sa

World Cup, as European heavyweight Spain was held to a shock 0-0 draw by tiny tournament debutants Cape Verde.