|| Iran produced a remarkable defensive performance to earn a hard-fought 0-0 draw against Belgium in a FIFA World Cup Group G clash at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.Despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances, Belgium failed to find a way past Iran’s resilient defense and outstanding goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand. The European side registered 23 shots, with seven on target, but Beiranvand's seven saves ensured Iran left the pitch with a valuable point.Iran threatened early in the match when defender Hossein Kanani unleashed a powerful low strike that appeared destined for the net. However, Belgian goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois reacted brilliantly to deny the opener.The Asian side thought they had taken the lead in the 24th minute from a cleverly worked free-kick routine, but the goal was ruled out for offside. Belgium also had two goals disallowed later in the match following VAR reviews and offside decisions.After a goalless first half, Courtois once again came to Belgium’s rescue in the 53rd minute, producing a fine save to stop Mehdi Taremi’s powerful effort from inside the penalty area.Belgium came close to breaking the deadlock in the 60th minute when a loose ball fell to Maxim De Cuyper inside the box. His fierce strike was heading toward goal before Beiranvand got a crucial touch to push it away.The match took a dramatic turn in the 66th minute when Belgian defender Nathan Ngoy was shown a straight red card. Ngoy lost possession to Taremi and pulled the Iranian forward back as he attempted to break through on goal, leaving the referee with little choice but to send him off.Even with a numerical advantage, Iran could not find a breakthrough. Belgium continued to press, but Beiranvand delivered another spectacular save in the 86th minute, once again denying De Cuyper and preserving the stalemate.The result leaves Belgium without a win in their last four World Cup matches, recording three draws and one defeat during that stretch. They opened their campaign with a 1-1 draw against Egypt.Iran have also drawn their opening two matches of the tournament, having previously fought back twice in a 2-2 draw against New Zealand. With two points from two games, Iran sit top of Group G on goal difference, level on points with Belgium. New Zealand and Egypt each have one point from a game.In the final round of group-stage fixtures, Belgium will face New Zealand, while Iran take on Egypt. Having never reached the knockout stage of a FIFA World Cup, Iran now have a genuine opportunity to make history and secure a place in the next round.