FIFA 2026: Belgium, Egypt Share Spoils In Opening Match Clash
Belgium and Egypt squared off 1-1 in their Group G opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Nohamed Hany scoring an own goal that led Belgium through in Seattle, United States of America. In the previous edition of the World Cup in Qatar, both Belgium and Egypt won their opening matches. They lived up to expectations, not losing as the Belgians came from behind to cancel out the Egyptians' lead with Emam Ashour Hany's brilliant finish. The right-back was left unmarked as Egypt advanced into a dangerous area on the right flank. Mohamed Salah released a cross-pitch pass to Ashour as Meunier drifted away and drilled a right-footed shot into the right corner in the 20th minute. Belgium regained level terms within minutes when Romelu Lukaku stepped onto the pitch, replacing Charles De Ketelaere. Meunier barrelled down the right wing, crossing the ball into the six-yard. Onrushing Lukaku was challenged by Mohamed Hany. Instead of deflecting the ball ...
