World Cup
Belgium held to goalless draw by Iran at World Cup
Belgium’s World Cup campaign suffered another setback after a frustrating 0-0 draw against Iran in Los Angeles. The match unfolded as a poor-quality spectacle, with key players struggling to find rhythm.
Romelu Lukaku and Kevin De Bruyne failed to impact the game, while Jérémy Doku missed the clash through injury. Red card drama struck when Arthur Theate received a straight red card for a second booking.
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Belgium now face a must-win qualifier against New Zealand on Saturday to keep their World Cup hopes alive. The result leaves them without a win in their last two World Cup matches. Iran defended resolutely throughout, frustrating Belgium’s attacking efforts. The Asian side registered no shots on target during the entire match.Belgium's 406-minute World Cup goal drought sparks concerns ahead of New Zealand clash
Belgium’s attack struggled for cohesion, with Eden Hazard and Youri Tielemans also failing to make a significant impact. The deadlock extended Belgium’s winless run at the tournament to two games.