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Group G – World Cup 2026: Belgian Class Meets African Star Power
🇧🇪 EuroTipHub · · 5 min read
Written before the tournament. Kept so the reasoning is still on the record. Not current advice.
Group G features Belgium as clear favourites alongside Egypt, Iran, and New Zealand — a group that pits European quality against African ambition, Asian discipline, and an Oceanic underdog.
Teams in Group G
🇧🇪 Belgium
UEFA · Qualified
🇪🇬 Egypt
CAF · Qualified
🇮🇷 Iran
AFC · Qualified
🇳🇿 New Zealand
OFC · Qualified
Group G – Odds when published
| Team | Win WC | Win Group | Advance (Y/N) | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇧🇪 Belgium | 34 | 1.90 | 1.12 / 6.50 | UnionBet |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | 301 | 5.00 | 1.55 / 2.30 | VeloBet |
| 🇮🇷 Iran | 501 | 6.50 | 1.75 / 2.00 | VeloBet |
| 🇳🇿 New Zealand | 1501 | 12.00 | 3.25 / 1.30 | UnionBet |
Advance Yes/No odds from VeloBet.
Analysis: Belgium Expected to Dominate, But Battles for Second Place Loom
Belgium enter the 2026 World Cup as one of the stronger European sides and are clear favourites to win Group G. While the “Golden Generation” is nearing its end, Kevin De Bruyne and a talented supporting cast still give them the quality to control this group.
Egypt, led by Mohamed Salah, are the most dangerous challengers. When Salah is in top form, the Pharaohs can beat anyone. Iran are notoriously difficult to break down — tactically disciplined and experienced on the big stage. New Zealand are the clear underdogs but will bring physicality and organisation that could make life uncomfortable for the bigger nations.
Belgium should advance comfortably as group winners, but the race for second place between Egypt and Iran is expected to be tight and competitive.
Key Players to Watch
🇧🇪 Belgium: Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, and Jeremy Doku.
🇪🇬 Egypt: Mohamed Salah, Mohamed Elneny, and Ahmed Hegazi.
🇮🇷 Iran: Mehdi Taremi, Sardar Azmoun, and Alireza Jahanbakhsh.
🇳🇿 New Zealand: Chris Wood and several players based in European lower leagues.
Betting Tips & Value Picks
Group G should see Belgium progress as winners, but the battle for second place will be intense. Egypt's attacking threat and Iran's defensive organisation make them dangerous opponents, while New Zealand will fight hard to cause an upset. Expect tactical battles and several closely contested matches.