Growing Anticipation for the World Cup
Search interest continues to rise for the Egypt national team matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as the tournament’s official kickoff approaches.
The opening match is set to feature Mexico national team against South Africa national team, marking the beginning of a highly anticipated global event.
Egypt’s Group Stage Journey
Egypt will play three crucial matches in the group stage against strong and diverse opponents, aiming to deliver a solid performance under head coach Hossam Hassan and break past World Cup challenges.
Egypt Match Schedule – World Cup 2026
Egypt vs Belgium
- Date: Monday, June 15, 2026
- Kickoff Times:
- 10:00 PM (Cairo & Mecca)
- 11:00 PM (Abu Dhabi)
- 8:00 PM (North Africa region)
Egypt vs New Zealand
- Date: Monday, June 22, 2026
- Kickoff Times:
- 4:00 AM (Cairo & Mecca)
- 5:00 AM (Abu Dhabi)
- 2:00 AM (North Africa region)
Egypt vs Iran
- Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
- Kickoff Times:
- 6:00 AM (Cairo & Mecca)
- 7:00 AM (Abu Dhabi)
- 4:00 AM (North Africa region)
Broadcasting Channels
All matches will be broadcast live on beIN Sports, the official rights holder for the 2026 World Cup.
Egypt’s Ambitions in the Tournament
Egypt enters the tournament with high hopes of advancing beyond the group stage, aiming to deliver strong performances and bring pride to its fans on the global stage.
How many matches will Egypt play in the group stage?
Three matches against Belgium, New Zealand, and Iran.
When is Egypt’s first match?
June 15, 2026, against Belgium.
Which channel will broadcast the matches?
beIN Sports will broadcast all games.
Who is Egypt’s head coach?
Hossam Hassan is the team’s head coach.
What is Egypt’s goal in the World Cup?
To advance to the knockout stages and achieve strong results.
