Group G · FIFA World Cup 2026
🇪🇬 Egypt at World Cup 2026
Egypt enters the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Group G alongside Belgium, Iran, New Zealand. Here is everything you need: the full fixture schedule, group opponents and team background.
Group
Group G
Confederation
CAF
World Cups
4
Best result
Group stage
Host nation
No
Egypt group-stage fixtures
Egypt plays three group-stage matches in Group G. All times are Eastern Time (ET).
| Match | Date | Time | Fixture | Stage | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | Jun 15 | 15:00 ET | 🇧🇪 Belgium vs 🇪🇬 Egypt | Group G | Lumen Field, Seattle |
| 40 | Jun 21 | 21:00 ET | 🇳🇿 New Zealand vs 🇪🇬 Egypt | Group G | BC Place, Vancouver |
| 63 | Jun 26 | 23:00 ET | 🇪🇬 Egypt vs 🇮🇷 Iran | Group G | Lumen Field, Seattle |
Group G opponents
Click any team to see their full fixture list and group context.
Egypt at the 2026 World Cup
Egipto regresa a un Mundial por primera vez desde Italia 1990, tras 36 años de ausencia. Los "Faraones", liderados por Mohamed Salah, llegan a 2026 como uno de los equipos africanos más esperados por los aficionados de todo el mundo.
In 2026, Egypt faces Belgium, Iran, New Zealand in the group stage. The top two teams in Group G qualify directly to the Round of 32. Even a third-place finish could be enough if Egypt post strong results — the eight best third-place records across all 12 groups also advance.
How does Egypt qualify from Group G?
In the 2026 World Cup group stage, teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw and 0 for a loss. The maximum from 3 matches is 9 points.
1st or 2nd in Group G
Automatic Round of 32 spot
3rd in Group G with a strong record
Potential Round of 32 spot (if top-8 third)
4th in Group G
Eliminated after group stage
Tiebreakers within the group follow this order: goal difference → goals scored → head-to-head points → head-to-head goal difference → disciplinary record → FIFA draw.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which group is Egypt in at the 2026 World Cup?
Egypt is in Group G with Belgium, Iran, New Zealand.
When does Egypt play its first World Cup 2026 match?
Egypt opens the group stage on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 15:00 ET at lumen.
How can Egypt qualify for the knockout stage?
The top two teams in Group G advance automatically to the Round of 32. The eight best third-place finishers across all 12 groups also advance, so Egypt can qualify even without finishing first or second — but that depends on results across all groups.
How many World Cups has Egypt appeared in?
Egypt has appeared in 4 FIFA World Cups. Their best result is Group stage.
What is Egypt's best World Cup result?
Egypt's best result is Group stage.
Is Egypt a host nation at the 2026 World Cup?
No — Egypt qualified through their continental qualifying campaign.
How many matches does Egypt play in the 2026 World Cup group stage?
Egypt plays exactly three group-stage matches — one against each of their Group G opponents: Belgium, Iran, New Zealand. If they qualify, they play additional knockout-round matches starting with the Round of 32.