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World Cup 2026 · Group G · FIFA #29
Egypt
- Group
- G
- FIFA Rank
- #29
- Pot
- 3
- Formation
- 4-3-3
Group G · Pre-tournament line
Sorted by Pot then FIFA ranking. Click any opponent for their team page.
| # | Team | FIFA | Pot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇧🇪 Belgium | #9 | 1 |
| 2 | 🇮🇷 Iran | #21 | 2 |
| 3 | 🇪🇬 Egypt | #29 | 3 |
| 4 | 🇳🇿 New Zealand | #85 | 4 |
Egypt's World Cup 2026 fixtures
All three group-stage matches with venue, kickoff time and broadcast routing.
Matchday 1 · 19:00 UTC
🇧🇪 Belgium vs 🇪🇬 Egypt
Seattle Stadium (Lumen Field)
· Seattle · capacity 68,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Belgium's team page →
Matchday 2 · 01:00 UTC (next day)
🇳🇿 New Zealand vs 🇪🇬 Egypt
Vancouver Stadium (BC Place)
· Vancouver · capacity 54,500 · climate-controlled · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See New Zealand's team page →
Matchday 3 · 03:00 UTC (next day)
🇪🇬 Egypt vs 🇮🇷 Iran
Seattle Stadium (Lumen Field)
· Seattle · capacity 68,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Iran's team page →
Tactical snapshot
Formation
4-3-3 ↔ 4-2-3-1 with Salah inside
Pivot
Mohamed Elneny
Attacking focus
Mohamed Salah · Mostafa Mohamed
Identity
Hassan's system built around Salah on the right and Hegazi anchoring
Key players
Mohamed Salah
Mohamed Elneny
Mostafa Mohamed
Mohamed Abou Gabal
Egypt at the World Cup
| First appearance | Total appearances | Best finish |
|---|---|---|
| 1934 | 4 (incl. 2026) | Group stage · 4× champion |
How to watch Egypt
United States: FOX · Telemundo
Home market: ON Time Sports · Egypt TV
For the full broadcast schedule see our Match Centre →.
Read more about Egypt
Egypt World Cup 2026 — FAQ
When does Egypt play their first World Cup 2026 match?
Egypt's tournament begins Jun 15, 2026 against Belgium at Seattle Stadium, Seattle (19:00 UTC).
Who is Egypt's coach at World Cup 2026?
Hossam Hassan.
What group is Egypt in at the 2026 World Cup?
Group G with Belgium, Iran, New Zealand.
What is Egypt's FIFA ranking heading into the 2026 World Cup?
#29 in the April 2026 FIFA Men's World Ranking, drawn into Pot 3.
Has Egypt ever reached a World Cup Group stage?
Egypt's best finish is Group stage, reached 4 times. They have appeared at 4 World Cups including 2026.
Who is Egypt's captain at World Cup 2026?
Mohamed Salah.
Where can I watch Egypt's World Cup 2026 matches?
FOX · Telemundo in the United States; ON Time Sports · Egypt TV in Egypt.