Group G — Football World Cup 2026: Teams, TV & Streaming
Group G at the Football World Cup 2026 is done: Belgium won the group, Egypt advanced second. Watch all six matches on FOX, FS1, and Telemundo in the US.
Exclusive English-language broadcaster of the 2026 World Cup in the United States. 70 matches air free over the air on the FOX broadcast network, 34 air on FS1 with a cable subscription. Streaming on the FOX Sports app and FOX One requires TV-provider sign-in for most matches.
Exclusive Spanish-language broadcaster of the 2026 World Cup in the United States. 92 of the 104 matches air free over the air on the Telemundo broadcast network; 12 air on Universo with a cable subscription. The two opening matches also stream free in Spanish on the Telemundo app.
NBCUniversal's streaming service and the only place to stream all 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup live in Spanish. The two opening matches are also available on the free Peacock Select tier. Streams in Dolby Atmos with multiview, live picks, and catch-up highlights.
Group G of the Football World Cup 2026 is complete. Belgium, Egypt, Iran, and New Zealand contested six matches at three venues on the US and Canadian West Coast from to . Belgium won the group with 5 points. Egypt advanced in second place, also on 5 points, with Belgium edging ahead on goal difference. Iran finished third with 3 points but did not finish among the eight best third-placed teams and were eliminated. New Zealand were eliminated in fourth.
Which teams are in Group G?
Group G was contested by Belgium (UEFA), Egypt (CAF), Iran (AFC), and New Zealand (OFC) — one team from each of four different confederations, spanning Europe, Africa, Asia, and Oceania. New Zealand were the only OFC side in the tournament. Browse the full squad list on the teams page.
What is the Group G match schedule?
All six Group G matches, with US viewing dates, kickoff times, and final scores:
All six matches were hosted at West Coast venues in the Pacific time zone. See the full Football World Cup 2026 schedule for all 104 matches.
How was Group G decided?
Each team in Group G played the other three once, earning three points for a win, one for a draw, and none for a loss. The final standings were: Belgium 5 pts (GD +4) in first; Egypt 5 pts (GD +2) in second; Iran 3 pts (GD 0) in third; New Zealand 1 pt (GD −6) in fourth. Belgium and Egypt drew 1–1 in their head-to-head match, so Belgium won the group on overall goal difference. Both advanced automatically to the round of 32. Egypt face Australia in the round of 32. Belgium, as group winners, face Senegal in the round of 32. Iran finished third but were not among the eight best third-placed teams and were eliminated. New Zealand were eliminated in fourth. See all group standings via the groups hub.
Where can I watch Group G in the US?
In the United States, all Group G matches were available in English on FOX and FS1. FOX is free over the air; FS1 requires a cable or live-TV streaming subscription. Spanish-language coverage was on Telemundo (free over the air for 92 of the 104 total matches) and Universo (cable, 12 matches). All 104 World Cup 2026 matches are available in Spanish on Peacock for subscribers. Click any match link above for the specific channel for that fixture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which teams were in Group G of the World Cup 2026?
Group G featured four teams from four different confederations: Belgium (UEFA, Europe), Egypt (CAF, Africa), Iran (AFC, Asia), and New Zealand (OFC, Oceania). New Zealand were the only representative of the OFC — Oceania's confederation — in the entire tournament.
When did Group G play at the Football World Cup 2026?
Group G ran from to . The opening two matches kicked off on June 15, two more followed on June 21, and the decisive final round of simultaneous matches concluded on June 26 (US viewing date) at SoFi Stadium, Lumen Field, and BC Place.
Who advanced from Group G at the Football World Cup 2026?
Belgium and Egypt advanced from Group G. Belgium finished first with 5 points and a goal difference of +4, winning the group ahead of Egypt — also on 5 points — on goal difference. Egypt advanced in second with a goal difference of +2. Iran finished third with 3 points but did not finish among the eight best third-placed teams and were eliminated. New Zealand finished fourth and were eliminated.
What channel was Group G World Cup 2026 on in the US?
In the United States, Group G matches aired in English on FOX and FS1 (FOX Sports). Spanish-language coverage was on Telemundo (free over the air) and Universo (cable). Every match is available in Spanish on Peacock for subscribers. Check the individual match pages for per-match channel assignments.
Can I watch Group G World Cup 2026 for free in the US?
Yes, partially. Group G matches that aired on the FOX broadcast network were free over the air with a TV antenna. Spanish-language coverage on Telemundo is also free over the air for all 92 of its matches. FOX Sports' FS1 and Universo require a cable or live-TV streaming subscription.