Egypt and Iran battled to a draw at Lumen Field in Seattle, each breaking the net in an entertaining Group G encounter. Saber gave Egypt the lead in the fifth minute, but Rezaeian equalized just nine minutes later, setting the tone for an even contest that neither team could break. Egypt dominated possession with 61 percent and created more chances, registering 15 total shots to Iran's 13, though Iran proved clinical with four shots on goal versus Egypt's three. Mohamed Hany earned player of the match honors for his display. The result proves consequential for Iran, who fall to three points and are now eliminated from top-two contention. Egypt, meanwhile, advances to five points and has already secured qualification from the group, a significant achievement that keeps their World Cup ambitions alive heading into their final fixture.