World Cup 2026 June 21: Groups G and H Round Two Predictions
Updated 21 June 2026.
World Cup 2026 on June 21 is round two for Groups G and H, four games in the two tightest pools of the tournament, where all eight teams started the day level on a single point. Spain chase a first win, Belgium and Egypt headline a congested Group G, and Cabo Verde aim for another upset. Here is the full slate, who to watch, and our predictions. All times Eastern.
Results update: Spain 4-0 Saudi Arabia, Belgium 0-0 Iran, Uruguay 2-2 Cabo Verde, New Zealand 1-3 Egypt (Egypt’s first ever World Cup win). After round two: Group G: Egypt 4, Iran 2, Belgium 2, New Zealand 1. Group H: Spain 4, Uruguay 2, Cabo Verde 2, Saudi Arabia 1. Read the reports: Spain 4-0 Saudi Arabia, Belgium 0-0 Iran, Uruguay 2-2 Cabo Verde, New Zealand 1-3 Egypt.
| Match | Group | Kick-off (ET) | Our prediction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spain v Saudi Arabia | H | 12pm | Spain 2-0 |
| Belgium v Iran | G | 3pm | Belgium 2-1 |
| Uruguay v Cabo Verde | H | 6pm | Uruguay 1-0 |
| New Zealand v Egypt | G | 9pm | Egypt 2-1 |
Spain vs Saudi Arabia, the favourites must respond
Spain were stunned into a 0-0 draw by debutants Cabo Verde and cannot afford another slip. Saudi Arabia, fresh from holding Uruguay, will defend deep and counter. We back Spain to find the finish that deserted them last time and win 2-0. Full breakdown in our Spain vs Saudi Arabia preview.
Belgium vs Iran, the pick of Group G
Belgium drew with Egypt and Iran shared a 2-2 thriller with New Zealand, so this meeting could decide top spot. Belgium have the individual quality through Kevin De Bruyne and Jeremy Doku, but Iran will make them earn it. Our call is 2-1 Belgium. See the Belgium vs Iran preview.
Uruguay vs Cabo Verde, pedigree against the upset
Cabo Verde already held Spain, and now Uruguay must break them down. La Celeste have the bigger names in Federico Valverde and Darwin Nunez but should expect a stubborn, physical contest. We predict a narrow 1-0 Uruguay win. More in our Uruguay vs Cabo Verde preview.
New Zealand vs Egypt, Salah the difference
Both drew their openers, so this is a shootout for second in Group G. New Zealand impressed against Iran, but Egypt have Mohamed Salah, and that usually counts. We predict a 2-1 Egypt win. See the New Zealand vs Egypt preview.
Follow it all live
Keep our live scores, standings and fixtures pages open through the day, see who is already through in our Round of 32 tracker, and read the format in our complete World Cup 2026 guide. We will publish full match reports after each final whistle. Official kick-off times are on the FIFA match centre.
Frequently asked questions
What World Cup 2026 matches are on June 21?
Four: Spain v Saudi Arabia (12pm ET), Belgium v Iran (3pm ET), Uruguay v Cabo Verde (6pm ET) and New Zealand v Egypt (9pm ET), completing round two for Groups G and H.
What is the biggest game on June 21?
Belgium vs Iran, the pick of a congested Group G where all four teams are level on a point and a win could secure a knockout place.
Sources: Group G, Group H and the FIFA match centre.
