Egypt 2026 World Cup schedule: dates and kickoff times
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Egypt will play three Group G matches at the 2026 World Cup: against Belgium on Monday, June 15 at 19:00 UTC in Seattle, versus New Zealand on Monday, June 22 at 01:00 UTC in Vancouver, and against Iran on Saturday, June 27 at 03:00 UTC in Seattle.
The Pharaohs face a challenging group that includes European powerhouse Belgium alongside New Zealand and Iran, with all kickoff times listed in UTC requiring conversion to local viewing times.
Egypt's Complete Group G Schedule
Egypt's 2026 World Cup campaign begins with their toughest test against Belgium in Seattle, followed by a crucial mid-group encounter with New Zealand in Vancouver. The Pharaohs conclude group play back in Seattle against Iran, giving them two matches in the same venue which could provide some consistency in preparation and travel.
Fans planning to watch should note that all listed times are in UTC and will need conversion to their local time zones. Those following Egypt's progress can track live scores and updates on Bola 2026 throughout the tournament. The spacing of fixtures—with six and five days between matches—gives Egypt adequate recovery time between games in what promises to be a competitive Group G.
Frequently asked questions
When does Egypt play their first 2026 World Cup match?
Egypt's opening fixture is against Belgium on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 19:00 UTC in Seattle.
Which cities will host Egypt's World Cup matches?
Egypt will play twice in Seattle (vs Belgium and Iran) and once in Vancouver (vs New Zealand).
What teams are in Egypt's World Cup group?
Egypt is in Group G alongside Belgium, New Zealand, and Iran for the 2026 World Cup.