Los Angeles, June 22 -- Belgium coach Rudi Garcia said that the team was not "efficient enough" after being held to a goalless draw by a spirited Iran in their second Group G match at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Despite Belgium dominating possession early in the contest, they were repeatedly denied by Iranian goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand, who produced a series of crucial saves to keep his side in the game.

The match turned in the 66th minute when Belgium were reduced to 10 men after Nathan Ngoy was sent off, handing Iran a numerical advantage. However, despite increasing pressure in search of a winner, Iran were also unable to convert their chances, and the match ended 0-0, leaving both sides with a point in a tightly contested Group G. ...