Belgium vs Egypt

Egypt led at the break and made favorites Belgium work hard, before a 1-1 draw that felt like a good point for the underdogs.

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How the match went

A crowd of 66,775 came to Lumen Field in Seattle for this Group G opener.

Belgium are ranked 8th in the world and arrived as the clear favorites.

But Egypt struck first, as Ashour scored in the 19th minute to make it 0-1.

Egypt defended well and took that lead into half-time, 1-0 in front.

After the break Belgium pushed harder for the equalizer.

Hany finally found it in the 66th minute to make it 1-1.

Belgium kept looking for a winner, but Egypt held firm to the final whistle.

A 1-1 draw was a strong result for Egypt against one of Europe's best teams.

Goals in the order they were scored.

OG = own goal (a player scored in their own net).

Belgium play Iran on June 21 in Group G.

Iran just drew 2-2 with New Zealand, so Belgium will be chasing their first win.

Egypt play New Zealand on June 21 in Group G.

New Zealand just drew 2-2 with Iran, so Egypt will fancy their chances after this point against Belgium.

When and where was Belgium vs Egypt played?

The game was played on June 15, 2026 at Lumen Field in Seattle. The crowd was 66,775. It was a Group G match.

What was the final score?

The game finished 1-1. Egypt led 1-0 at half-time before Belgium equalized in the second half.

Who scored?

Ashour scored for Egypt in the 19th minute. Hany scored for Belgium in the 66th minute.

Who does Belgium play next?

Belgium play Iran on June 21 in Group G. Iran just drew 2-2 with New Zealand.

Who does Egypt play next?

Egypt play New Zealand on June 21 in Group G. New Zealand just drew 2-2 with Iran in their first game.