Egypt has consistently been a strong force in African soccer, boasting a remarkable record of seven Africa Cup of Nations championships and participation in the World Cup in 1934, 1990, and 2018. The squad primarily features players from the Egyptian Premier League and is under the stewardship of renowned superstar Mohamed Salah.
How They Qualified:
Egypt secured their spot for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by topping Group A in the CAF qualifiers, achieving eight wins out of ten matches with two draws, resulting in a commendable +18 goal differential. This marked Egypt’s return to the global stage after they were absent from the 2022 tournament.
Upcoming World Cup Matches:
- June 15: Egypt vs. Belgium — Seattle Stadium (3 p.m. ET)
- June 21: Egypt vs. New Zealand — BC Place, Vancouver, Canada (9 p.m. ET)
- June 26: Egypt vs. Iran — Seattle Stadium (11 p.m. ET)
Group G Composition:
The teams in Group G for the 2026 FIFA World Cup include Belgium, Egypt, Iran, and New Zealand.
Historical Performance:
- Previous World Cup Appearances: 1934, 1990, 2018
- Egypt’s Best Finish: The team has yet to progress beyond the group stage, finishing in the first round during their initial 1934 appearance when there were only 16 teams.
Key Players for Egypt:
Mohamed Salah remains Egypt’s standout player, with an illustrious career that includes multiple Premier League Golden Boots, a Champions League title, and 61 international goals. His tenure with Liverpool has seen exceptional offensive statistics in the Premier League, while his contributions to the national squad have been vital in various AFCON campaigns and World Cup qualifiers.
Omar Marmoush adds valuable Bundesliga and Europa League experience to the forward line, with successful stints at clubs such as Wolfsburg and Stuttgart before his transfer to Manchester City. Meanwhile, Ahmed Hegazi provides essential managerial prowess in defense, having earned 88 caps while playing for West Bromwich Albion and Al-Ittihad.
Managerial Insight:
Hossam Hassan, who became Egypt’s all-time leading goal scorer and clinched three Africa Cup of Nations titles as a player, now leads the national team as their manager after a fruitful coaching career in various Egyptian Premier League teams and a prior stint with Jordan’s national team.
Egypt’s Leading Scorers:
- Hossam Hassan: 69 goals, previously played for clubs including Al-Ahly and Zamalek.
- Ahmed Hassan: 184 caps, with playing experiences at clubs such as Aswan and Beşiktaş.
Egypt’s Nickname: The Pharaohs
About the Country:
- Population: Approximately 119.1 million
- Capital: Cairo
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