DID Press: The fifth day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered a series of dramatic draws, with all four matches in Groups G and H ending without a winner, as Spain and Belgium were both held and Iran played out a high-scoring stalemate.
Across the four fixtures played overnight and early morning, no team managed to secure victory, marking one of the most unexpected matchdays of the tournament so far.
Match Results
Spain 0–0 Cape Verde
Belgium 1–1 Egypt
Saudi Arabia 1–1 Uruguay
Iran 2–2 New Zealand
Spain, the European champions, were frustrated by Cape Verde’s disciplined defensive structure, with the African side’s 40-year-old goalkeeper producing a standout performance to secure a historic first World Cup point for his nation.
In Group G, Egypt took the lead through Emam Ashour against Belgium, but Romelu Lukaku’s second-half impact forced an own goal from Mohamed Hany, salvaging a point for the Europeans despite sustained pressure.
Saudi Arabia impressed against Uruguay, holding the South American side to a 1–1 draw despite heavy second-half pressure, while Iran and New Zealand produced one of the most entertaining matches of the day, sharing four goals in a dramatic 2–2 draw.
Upcoming Fixtures (Afghanistan Time)
France vs Senegal – 11:30 PM
Iraq vs Norway – 2:30 AM
Argentina vs Algeria – 5:30 AM
Austria vs Jordan – 8:30 AM (Wednesday)
France face Senegal in the headline Group I clash, while all eyes will also be on Norway striker Erling Haaland as he makes his World Cup debut against Iraq.
Argentina begin their title defense against Algeria in another major fixture, with Lionel Messi’s return to the global stage drawing significant attention.