Egypt return to the World Cup stage after an eight-year absence, carrying the weight of a nation’s expectations and the brilliance of Mohamed Salah — but can Hossam Hassan’s side finally make

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, which claims to be bigger and better than any of its predecessors, is here. Only time will tell if the latter is true. The former is undeniable, though, with the field expanding to 48 teams and the number of matches swelling to 104,

Belgium face Egypt at Lumen Field in Seattle on June 15. De Bruyne and Lukaku meet Salah in a Group G opener loaded with storyline weight.

Belgium face Egypt in Seattle to open Group G at World Cup 2026. De Bruyne and Lukaku lead the Red Devils, with over 2.5 goals at evens catching the eye.

After an unbeaten qualifying campaign, Egypt target a historic first World Cup win and a place beyond the group stage.

Group G is one of the more straightforward-looking sections at the 2026 World Cup, with Belgium carrying a clear quality advantage over the three sides they face. The Belgians arr

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After missing out on the 2022 World Cup, Egypt return to football’s biggest stage after an outstanding qualifying campaign during which they won eight of their 10 games while conceding just two goals.

The 2026 edition of the World Cup will be co-hosted by Mexico, the United States and Canada. The tournament, expanded from 32 to 48 teams and played across 16 cities, takes place from June 11 to July 19.

Endrick and Bruno Guimaraes scored the goals as Brazil wrapped up their preparations with a 2-1 victory over fellow qualifiers Egypt.

The Egypt World Cup 2026 squad has been revealed, with the team looking to build on their recent Africa Cup of Nations form