Belgium to face Iran without Doku; Lukaku available for World Cup match
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, USA TODAY
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Belgium will face Iran in the 2026 World Cup without star player Jérémy Doku, who is out due to illness. The Red Devils are looking to bounce back from a disappointing 1-1 draw against Egypt, but have some positive news as Romelu Lukaku is available to start after a strong cameo appearance. Iran enters the match following a 2-2 draw with New Zealand in their opening World Cup campaign.
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· 4 pulledJérémy Doku will miss out Sunday, June 21 due to illness, making Belgium's task tougher at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
There is some good news for the Red Devils, though, who will have Romelu Lukaku available to start after his 24-minute cameo against Egypt.
Immediately after coming on, Lukaku helped force an own goal from Egypt.
Iran began its World Cup campaign with a 2-2 draw against New Zealand as it continues to battle circumstances that no ot
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