27 Mar
Fri
•9:00pm
Lusail Stadium • Doha
15 Jun
Mon
•12:00pm
Mercedes-Benz Stadium • Atlanta
21 Jun
Sun
•12:00pm
Mercedes-Benz Stadium • Atlanta
26 Jun
Fri
•6:00pm
Estadio Akron • Zapopan
15 Jun
Mon
•6:00pm
SoFi Stadium • Los Angeles
21 Jun
Sun
•12:00pm
SoFi Stadium • Los Angeles
26 Jun
Fri
•8:00pm
Lumen Field • Seattle
Since their last World Cup encounter, the Asian side has become a nightmare rival: extremely disciplined at the back and deadly whenever they have space to run. La Roja, by contrast, is defined by its prolonged possession, rapid ball circulation and that between-the-lines creativity that pulls any defence apart.
Their most recent World Cup clash was decided by the slimmest of margins in favour of the European team, a clear sign that the gap narrows when the pressure is at its peak. In a group stage where every single point can tip the balance in the race to the round of 16, every duel feels like a final. The Iberian side will look to impose its technical quality and big-tournament experience, while the Persian team will lean on its tactical discipline and its ability to punish even the smallest mistake. A clash of styles that demands total focus and an intense, high-tempo battle from the opening whistle.
Throughout World Cup history, the Iberian side proudly wears a star on its chest and keeps a strong core that already delivered in Qatar 2022, while the Persian team made a statement with a decisive group-stage victory. On the pitch, players like Rodri, Pedri and Lamine Yamal bring control, creativity and flair, up against the goal-scoring instinct and power of Iranian forwards such as Mehdi Taremi and Sardar Azmoun.
This matchup could reshape the group standings and is a prime chance to see two teams with global ambitions go all-in with no holding back. Secure your seat and feel the intensity of this decisive showdown live.