Egypt vs Belgium| Belgium Fight Back to Deny Egypt Their First World Cup Victory
An own goal in the second half prevented Egypt from securing their first World Cup victory as Belgium earned a draw in their Group G opener in Seattle.
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In the 21st minute, the Pharaohs gained the upper hand with a powerful 20-yard shot from Al Ahly midfielder Emam Ashour that found the bottom corner beyond Thibaut Courtois.
However, in the 66th minute, Egypt defender Mohamed Hany deflected Thomas Meunier’s low cross into his own goal while being pressured by substitute Romelu Lukaku.
Egypt Vs Belgium Group G Clash Ends in Draw
Egypt received strong backing from enthusiastic fans on the west coast of the USA as they sought their first World Cup victory in eight matches, having first participated in the tournament in 1934.
Instead, the seven-time African champions spent the closing moments clinging on and succeeded in avoiding defeat at a World Cup for just the third time. Egypt Vs Belgium match was played in Washington DC.
Egypt Vs Belgium Key Moments
Although Egypt holds the record for most Africa Cup of Nations victories, their performance in the last three World Cups has been disappointing, as they have not won any of their eight matches since their first tournament 92 years ago.
Following their advance, they almost increased their lead twofold before halftime when Mostafa Zico’s powerful shot across the goal was deflected behind by Belgium goalkeeper Courtois.
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On his 34th birthday, Egypt captain Mohamed Salah had a header in the second half well-saved by Courtois, while Ashour, who scored, missed the target on the follow-up.
Belgium’s manager Rudi Garcia brought on the Red Devils’ top goalscorer Lukaku in the 66th minute, and moments later Hany’s mistake was triggered by his presence. Egypt Vs Belgium at last ended in a draw.
Lukaku’s hamstring injuries restricted him to only 40 minutes in Serie A for Napoli during the 2025-26 season.
Moments prior to the equaliser, his club teammate Kevin de Bruyne hit the outside of the post from a free-kick while Belgium began to assert dominance.
