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Group G Qualification Scenarios: Who Can Advance at World Cup 2026?
Group G is complete: Belgium and Egypt took the automatic places and IR Iran moved into the best-third-place comparison.
- Group
- Group G
- Matches recorded
- 6/6
- Automatic places
- Top two
- Bubble route
- Best third-place teams
Current Group G qualification table
| Rank | Team | Pts | GD | GF | Status | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Belgium | 5 | 4 | 6 | Top-two place | 100% |
| 2 |  Egypt | 5 | 2 | 5 | Top-two place | 100% |
| 3 |  IR Iran | 3 | 0 | 3 | Third-place bubble | 100% |
| 4 |  New Zealand | 1 | -6 | 4 | Needs results | 0% |
Team-by-team outlook
BelgiumBelgium are currently ranked #1 in the group table with 100% model odds to reach the round of 32.
EgyptEgypt are currently ranked #2 in the group table with 100% model odds to reach the round of 32.
IR IranIR Iran are currently ranked #3 in the group table with 100% model odds to reach the round of 32.
New ZealandNew Zealand are currently ranked #4 in the group table with 0% model odds to reach the round of 32.
Remaining group fixtures
No remaining group fixtures are open.
FAQ
Who qualifies from Group G at the 2026 World Cup?
The top two teams in Group G qualify automatically. The third-place team can also qualify if its record is one of the eight best third-place records across all twelve groups.
Can three teams qualify from Group G?
Yes. Group G can send three teams to the round of 32 if the third-place finisher ranks inside the best-third-place pool.
How are Group G ties decided?
Teams level on points are separated by goal difference, goals scored, head-to-head criteria, disciplinary record, and later tie-breakers under the tournament rules.