Belgium will begin their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a Group G encounter against Egypt on June 15, as both teams look to secure a positive start in one of the tournament’s most competitive groups.
The match will be played at Seattle Stadium and is scheduled to kick off at 12:30 AM IST. Brazilian referee Ramon Abatti will officiate the contest.
Belgium Aim To Justify Favourites Tag
Belgium enter the match with strong momentum, having remained unbeaten in their last six matches. Head coach Rudi Garcia will rely on a squad packed with experience and attacking talent, including Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku and Jeremy Doku.
The Red Devils have shown consistency throughout the qualification campaign and will be expected to challenge for a place in the knockout stages.
Egypt Banking On Salah And Marmoush
Egypt, led by coach Hossam Hassan, will look to upset the European side with a squad spearheaded by captain Mohamed Salah and forward Omar Marmoush.
Although Egypt’s recent form has been inconsistent, the team possesses enough quality to trouble any opposition on its day. Salah, one of Africa’s greatest footballers, will be central to Egypt’s hopes of progressing from the group.
Head-To-Head Record
Belgium and Egypt have met four times previously, with Egypt holding the advantage.
- Matches Played: 4
- Belgium Wins: 1
- Egypt Wins: 3
Recent Form
Belgium: D-W-W-D-W-W
Egypt: L-L-W-D-W-L
Probable Lineups
Belgium Predicted XI
Thibaut Courtois; Thomas Meunier, Nathan Ngoy, Arthur Theate, Maxim De Cuyper; Amadou Onana, Youri Tielemans; Leandro Trossard, Kevin De Bruyne, Jeremy Doku; Romelu Lukaku.
Egypt Predicted XI
Mohamed El Shenawy; Mohamed Hani, Yasser Ibrahim, Rami Rabia, Ahmed Fotouh; Mohanad Lasheen, Hamdy Fathy; Mohamed Salah, Ahmed Zizo, Mahmoud Trezeguet; Omar Marmoush.
Players To Watch
Jeremy Doku (Belgium)
The dynamic winger played a key role during Belgium’s qualification campaign, contributing goals and assists while continuing to impress at club level. His pace and dribbling ability could prove decisive against Egypt’s defence.
Mohamed Salah (Egypt)
Egypt’s captain remains the country’s biggest attacking threat. With 67 international goals, Salah is closing in on becoming Egypt’s all-time leading scorer and will be eager to make an impact on football’s biggest stage.
Belgium Squad
Goalkeepers: Thibaut Courtois, Senne Lammens, Mike Penders
Defenders: Timothy Castagne, Zeno Debast, Maxim De Cuyper, Koni De Winter, Brandon Mechele, Thomas Meunier, Nathan Ngoy, Joaquin Seys, Arthur Theate
Midfielders: Kevin De Bruyne, Amadou Onana, Nicolas Raskin, Youri Tielemans, Hans Vanaken, Axel Witsel
Forwards: Charles De Ketelaere, Jeremy Doku, Matias Fernandez-Pardo, Romelu Lukaku, Dodi Lukebakio, Diego Moreira, Alexis Saelemaekers, Leandro Trossard
Egypt Squad
Goalkeepers: Mohamed El Shenawy, Mostafa Shobeir, Mohamed Alaa
Defenders: Mohamed Hani, Tarek Alaa, Hamdy Fathy, Rami Rabia, Yasser Ibrahim, Hossam Abdelmaguid, Mohamed Abdelmonem, Ahmed Fotouh, Karim Hafez
Midfielders: Marwan Attia, Mohanad Lasheen, Nabil Emad, Mahmoud Saber, Ahmed Zizo, Emam Ashour, Mostafa Ziko, Mahmoud Trezeguet, Ibrahim Adel, Haissem Hassan
Forwards: Mohamed Salah, Omar Marmoush, Aqtay Abdallah, Hamza Abdelkarim
Belgium vs Egypt Live Streaming In India
Football fans in India can watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 match between Belgium and Egypt live on the Zee5 app and website. The tournament is available in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, Malayalam and Bangla.
Belgium vs Egypt Live Telecast In India
The match will be broadcast live on Unite8 Sports 1 and Unite8 Sports 1 HD in Hindi, while English coverage will be available on Unite8 Sports 2 and Unite8 Sports 2 HD.