Egypt Open World Cup 2026 With Valuable Draw Against Belgium
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Egypt opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a valuable 1-1 draw against Belgium in Seattle on Monday, June 15. Reuters reported that Emam Ashour gave Egypt the lead in the 19th minute before Belgium equalized in the 66th minute through a Mohamed Hany own goal, forced by Romelu Lukaku seconds after his introduction.
The result gives Egypt a strong emotional start in Group G. Although Belgium entered the match as the bigger European name, Egypt showed discipline, attacking intent and confidence, with ESPN noting that Mohamed Salah assisted Ashour’s opening goal.
The Guardian’s live coverage highlighted Egypt’s late attacking threat, including chances involving Salah and Omar Marmoush, and described Marmoush as impressive in his No. 10 role. That attacking presence was one of the most encouraging signs for Egypt beyond the result itself.
Group G remains wide open after Iran and New Zealand also drew 2-2 in Los Angeles. Egypt will next face New Zealand in Vancouver, according to FIFA’s match page, before playing Iran in Seattle in the final group match.
For Egypt, this was not a win, but it was a point filled with confidence. The draw against Belgium gives the team a platform to build on, especially if the performance can be turned into victory against New Zealand in the next round.
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