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Belgium vs Egypt — FIFA World Cup 2026
Belgium
BEL
VS
Egypt
EGY
June 25, 2026
13:00 ET
SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles, USA
Capacity: 70,240
Belgium arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with 14 previous appearances, their best result being Third place (2018). Egypt have 3 appearances on football's biggest stage, with a best finish of Group stage (1934, 1990, 2018). Both sides qualified via UEFA Group F winners and CAF third round winners respectively. This is a rare inter-confederation clash: Belgium of Union of European Football Associations against Egypt of Confederation of African Football. Nations from different confederations meet infrequently outside World Cup tournaments.
Expected Lineups & Formation
Projected starting XIs, tactical shapes, and squad depth for Belgium vs Egypt.
Tactical Formation Diagram
Hover or tap an expected starter to open the full player profile and compare both tactical systems.
Belgium 4-3-3 4-3-3 Egypt
1 Thibaut Courtois 
2 Timothy Castagne 
4 Wout Faes 
5 Jan Vertonghen 
3 Arthur Theate 
6 Amadou Onana 
8 Youri Tielemans 
10 Kevin De Bruyne 
7 Jérémy Doku 
9 Romelu Lukaku 
11 Leandro Trossard 
1 Mohamed El-Shennawy 
2 Omar Gaber 
4 Ahmed Hegazi 
5 Mahmoud Hamdy 
3 Ahmed Fatouh 
6 Tarek Hamed 
8 Emam Ashour 
10 Mohamed Salah 
7 Trézéguet 
9 Mostafa Mohamed 
11 Omar Marmoush Belgium (4-3-3)
Egypt (4-3-3)
Belgium
4-3-3 · Coach: Domenico Tedesco · Squad Profile →
Substitutes Bench
Egypt
4-3-3 · Coach: Hossam Hassan · Squad Profile →
Substitutes Bench
Belgium vs Egypt — Historic Context & Meeting Record
World Cup pedigree, confederation background, and what this fixture means for both nations.
Egypt lead the all-time series 3-0-1 across 4 senior international meetings.
| Date | Competition | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Mar 1999 | Friendly | Liège, Belgium | Belgium 0–1 Egypt |
| 9 Feb 2005 | Friendly | Cairo, Egypt | Egypt 4–0 Belgium |
| 6 Jun 2018 | Friendly | Brussels, Belgium | Belgium 3–0 Egypt |
| 18 Nov 2022 | Friendly | Kuwait City, Kuwait | Egypt 2–1 Belgium |
Belgium
ConfederationUnion of European Football Associations
World Cup Apps14
Best ResultThird place (2018)
QualificationUEFA Group F winners
Egypt
ConfederationConfederation of African Football
World Cup Apps3
Best ResultGroup stage (1934, 1990, 2018)
QualificationCAF third round winners
📍 Venue Fact Sheet — SoFi Stadium
Opened2020
SurfaceArtificial turf
Capacity70,240
ArchitectHKS, Inc.
WC 2026 Matches6
Notable EventsSuper Bowl LVI (2022), 2028 Summer Olympics ceremonies
Notable Matches at This Venue
| Year | Competition | Teams | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Super Bowl LVI | LA Rams vs Cincinnati Bengals | LA Rams 23–20 Cincinnati |
| 2026 | FIFA World Cup | 6 matches scheduled | TBC |
Team Form & Recent Outings
How Belgium and Egypt arrive at the World Cup based on their last five competitive fixtures.
Belgium
WDWWD
3W 2D 0L · 18 GF · 6 GA · 1 CS
Verified data — source: martj42/international_results (results.csv) · updated 2026-03-31
D 1-1
31 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs Mexico (N)
W 5-2
28 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs United States (A)
W 7-0
18 Nov 2025 · FIFA World Cup qualification · vs Liechtenstein (H)
D 1-1
15 Nov 2025 · FIFA World Cup qualification · vs Kazakhstan (A)
W 4-2
13 Oct 2025 · FIFA World Cup qualification · vs Wales (A)
Egypt
WLDWD
2W 2D 1L · 7 GF · 3 GA · 3 CS
Verified data — source: martj42/international_results (results.csv) · updated 2026-03-31
D 0-0
31 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs Spain (A)
W 4-0
27 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs Saudi Arabia (A)
D 0-0
17 Jan 2026 · African Cup of Nations · vs Nigeria (N)
L 0-1
14 Jan 2026 · African Cup of Nations · vs Senegal (N)
W 3-2
10 Jan 2026 · African Cup of Nations · vs Ivory Coast (N)
Key Players to Watch
Six individuals who could decide the outcome of Belgium vs Egypt at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Belgium
Player to Watch
Romelu Lukaku
89 caps · 4 goals
Captain — 87 caps of experience
A mainstay of the Belgium national team with over 23 caps, Romelu Lukaku brings leadership and technical quality. Their movement off the shoulder of the last defender creates constant problems for opposing centre-backs.
Loïs Openda
63 caps · 33 goals
Set-piece specialist — 8 direct free-kick goals
Loïs Openda is enjoying a career-best season at RB Leipzig, translating club form into international impact. Domenico Tedesco relies heavily on their creativity in the final third to maintain Belgium's competitive edge.
Kevin De Bruyne
25 caps · 10 goals
Aerial duel winner — 68% success rate
Kevin De Bruyne has been instrumental in Belgium's qualifying campaign, delivering clutch performances in high-pressure away fixtures. Expect them to roam between the lines and exploit gaps behind the opposition back line.
Egypt
Player to Watch
Mostafa Mohamed
25 caps · 10 goals
Aerial duel winner — 68% success rate
Mostafa Mohamed has been instrumental in Egypt's qualifying campaign, delivering clutch performances in high-pressure away fixtures. Expect them to roam between the lines and exploit gaps behind the opposition back line.
Ahmed Koka
50 caps · 30 goals
Most interceptions per 90 in squad
A mainstay of the Egypt national team with over 20 caps, Ahmed Koka brings leadership and technical quality. Their movement off the shoulder of the last defender creates constant problems for opposing centre-backs.
Mahmoud Hassan
12 caps · 7 goals
Fastest player in squad (35.2 km/h)
Mahmoud Hassan is enjoying a career-best season at Konyaspor, translating club form into international impact. Hossam Hassan relies heavily on their creativity in the final third to maintain Egypt's competitive edge.
Tactical Analysis
A deep dive into how Domenico Tedesco and Hossam Hassan will set their sides up tactically for this FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage clash.
Belgium — 4-3-3
System Overview
A balanced system with width from full-backs and a single pivot shielding the back four.
Attacking Patterns
Belgium's set-piece threat is significant — they scored 12 goals from corners and free-kicks in qualifying.
Defensive Shape
Belgium drops into a mid-block when leading, compressing vertical space between the lines.
Egypt — 4-3-3
System Overview
A balanced system with width from full-backs and a single pivot shielding the back four.
Attacking Patterns
Belgium favours quick transitions within 5 seconds of winning possession — a direct counter-attacking style.
Defensive Shape
Egypt uses a high press triggered by opposition goalkeeper touches, forcing long clearances.
Key Tactical Battle to Watch
The decisive tactical battle will be Belgium's three-man defence against Egypt's wing-back system. If Domenico Tedesco can neutralise Egypt's primary creator in central zones, Belgium should control the tempo.
Match Prediction & AI Forecast
Data-driven outlook for Belgium vs Egypt based on squad depth, recent form, and historical head-to-head trends.
AI Forecast
FavouriteEither side (very close)
Confidence52%
Likely Scorelines1-1 · 2-1 · 1-2
Factors for Belgium
- Both sides are evenly matched in FIFA rankings and squad depth
- Tactical familiarity between Domenico Tedesco and Hossam Hassan from previous encounters
Factors for Egypt
- Unpredictable World Cup opening-match nerves for both squads
- VAR and refereeing decisions could heavily influence a tight contest
This forecast is generated by an editorial AI model using squad-depth heuristics and confederation strength indices. It is not a betting tip.
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Tickets & Pricing
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Frequently Asked Questions — Belgium vs Egypt
Who is playing in Belgium vs Egypt at the FIFA World Cup 2026?
Belgium face Egypt on June 25, 2026 at SoFi Stadium. The match features Belgium's 4-3-3 system under head coach Domenico Tedesco against Egypt's 4-3-3 shape managed by Hossam Hassan.
What time does Belgium vs Egypt kick off?
Kick-off is scheduled for the local match time shown above. Check your local broadcaster for timezone conversion. FIFA recommends arriving at the stadium at least 90 minutes before kick-off.
Where is Belgium vs Egypt being played?
The match takes place at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, USA. The stadium has a capacity of 70,240 spectators.
How to buy FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets for Belgium vs Egypt?
Tickets are available through the official FIFA Ticketing portal at fifa.com/tickets. Categories range from $60 (Category 3) to $450+ (Hospitality). Create a FIFA ID and select your preferred seating tier during the sales phase.
What formation will Belgium and Egypt use?
Belgium typically line up in a 4-3-3 formation under Domenico Tedesco, while Egypt favour a 4-3-3 system with Hossam Hassan. Expected lineups are listed in the team sheets above.
Who are the key players to watch in Belgium vs Egypt?
For Belgium, watch Thibaut Courtois in attack. For Egypt, Mohamed El-Shennawy leads the line. Both teams rely on experienced midfield engines to control tempo.
What TV channel is broadcasting Belgium vs Egypt?
Broadcast rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 are held by Fox Sports (USA), TelevisaUnivision (Mexico), TSN (Canada), BBC/ITV (UK), ARD/ZDF (Germany), and beIN Sports (Middle East). Check your local listings for the exact channel in your territory.
Has Belgium ever reached the World Cup knockout stage?
Belgium have reached the knockout rounds in some tournaments, with their best ever finish being Third place (2018).
Has Egypt ever reached the World Cup knockout stage?
Egypt have reached the knockout rounds in some tournaments, with their best ever finish being Group stage (1934, 1990, 2018).
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