Milan, 15 June (LaPresse) – Belgium and Egypt shared the spoils in the opening match of Group G at the 2026 World Cup. The match in Seattle ends 1-1 after a closely contested game full of chances. The Egyptian side took the lead in the 19th minute when Ashour finished off a move orchestrated by Salah with a precise long-range shot that beat Courtois. The North Africans came close to doubling their lead before half-time, whilst Belgium struggled to create clear-cut chances. In the second half, Rudi Garcia’s side upped the tempo and equalised in the 66th minute. Lukaku’s introduction proved decisive, as his challenge on a cross from the right led to Hany deflecting the ball into his own net. In the closing stages, the Belgians pushed for the win, but were thwarted by Shobeir’s saves.
2026 World Cup: Belgium held to a draw in their opening match: 1-1 with Egypt
Milan, 15 June (LaPresse) – Belgium and Egypt shared the spoils in the opening match of Group G at the 2026 World Cup. The match in Seattle ends 1-1 after a closely contested game full of chances. The Egyptian side took the lead in the 19th minute when Ashour finished off a move orchestrated by Salah with a precise long-range shot that beat Courtois. The North Africans came close to doubling their lead before half-time, whilst Belgium struggled to create clear-cut chances. In the second half, Rudi Garcia’s side upped the tempo and equalised in the 66th minute. Lukaku’s introduction proved decisive, as his challenge on a cross from the right led to Hany deflecting the ball into his own net. In the closing stages, the Belgians pushed for the win, but were thwarted by Shobeir’s saves.
