Result

Belgium drew 1-1 with Egypt in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group G opener at Lumen Field in Seattle on 15 June 2026, needing an own goal to rescue a point.

Goals

Mohamed Hany 66' own goal (Belgium); Emam Ashour 19' (Egypt).

Match report

Emam Ashour's first international goal put Egypt on course for a first ever World Cup victory, and the Pharaohs defended their lead superbly for almost an hour. Then Romelu Lukaku came on - and just 22 seconds later his presence at a cross panicked Mohamed Hany into turning the ball into his own net. Belgium pushed for a winner but Egypt held firm for a deserved point. Watch the full Belgium vs Egypt highlights above.

People also ask

Who scored in Belgium vs Egypt?

Emam Ashour put Egypt ahead; Belgium's equaliser was a Mohamed Hany own goal forced by substitute Romelu Lukaku's arrival.

What was the final score of Belgium vs Egypt?

It finished 1-1 in Seattle.

Where was Belgium vs Egypt played?

Lumen Field in Seattle, in the 2026 World Cup group stage.