Belgium vs Egypt LIVE: Confirmed lineups, uniforms and referee for the 2026 World Cup Group G Matchday 1

Belgium and Egypt are set to square off today in a highly anticipated 2026 World Cup opener, with confirmed lineups, uniforms and referee. Follow every minute of the action, critical plays, and key highlights with our comprehensive live-blog coverage.

By Santiago Tovar

Updated on June 15, 2026 02:32PM EDT

**© Daniel Bartel and Kirk Irwin/Getty Images**Kevin De Bruyne of Belgium and Mohamed Salah of Egypt.

Belgium and Egypt are locked in and ready to kick off their 2026 World Cup campaigns in a highly anticipated Group G opener, with confirmed lineups, uniforms and referee. With both squads desperate to secure three points early in the group stage, the world is eager to watch global superstars Kevin De Bruyne and Mohamed Salah trade blows as they lead their respective nations onto the pitch.

[Watch Belgium vs Egypt live in the USA on Fubo]

On one hand, Belgium look to assert their dominance early and seize the top spot in the group, while Egypt are fiercely determined to rewrite their World Cup narrative and secure a ticket to the knockout rounds, shaking off the ghost of a winless campaign at Russia 2018.

Follow every minute of the action, critical plays, and key highlights with our comprehensive live-blog coverage right here at Bolavip US.

02:30PM

Do Belgium and Egypt have players born overseas?

Ahead of this high-stakes matchup, several intriguing roster questions loom for both squads. Reflecting the increasingly globalized nature of modern soccer—where numerous teams feature dual-national talent—both Belgium and Egypt boast impact players who were born overseas but have chosen to represent these respective nations on the world stage.

02:20PM

Confirmed city, stadium and weather for the game

With both teams deep in preparation for the upcoming clash, Seattle is set to host the matchup under what is expected to be ideal weather conditions.

02:10PM

Confirmed uniforms and referees

Belgium and Egypt are gearing up for the upcoming World Cup opener, and they already know their uniforms and the referees that will officiate today, lead by Ramon Abatti Abel from Brazil.

02:00PM

Egypt lineup

Egypt's starting XI: Mostafa Shoubir; Yasser Ibrahim, Mohamed Hany, Ahmed Fatouh; Eman Ashour, Mostafa Zico, Hamdy Fathy, Mohanad Lashin, Marawan Attia; Mohamed Salah, Omar Marmoush.

01:50PM

Belgium lineup

Belgium's starting XI: Thibaut Courtois; Brandon Mechele, Thomas Meunier, Timothy Castagne, Nathan Ngoy; Kevin De Bruyne, Youri Tielemans, Amadou Onana; Leandro Trossard, Jeremy Doku, Charles De Ketelaere.

01:40PM

Egypt and Belgium's ranking

Ahead of this crucial Group G showdown, Belgium are ranked higher than Egypt on paper, but we will see if that analytical advantage actually translates into a victory for the Europeans on the pitch.

01:30PM

H2H between Belgium and Egypt

Belgium and Egypt will face each other for the fifth time in an official game. However, this will be the first time playing in a World Cup, and the H2H is currently tied with two victories for Egypt and two victories for Belgium.

01:20PM

Start time and how to watch

Belgium vs Egypt will get underway at 3:00 PM (PT: 12:00 PM)

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01:00PM

Belgium and Egypt clash in 2026 World Cup opener

Welcome to our live blog of this 2026 World Cup Group G matchup!

Belgium face Egypt at Seattle Stadium, looking to make a strong start.

Stay with us for key information and minute-by-minute updates as the Netherlands and Japan clash in Arlington!

Santiago Tovar

Santiago Tovar is a bilingual sports journalist who joined Bolavip US in 2024. With over seven years of experience, he has covered a diverse range of sports, including soccer, NFL, NBA, tennis, and Formula 1. Santiago has provided real-time coverage of major events such as the 2021 Women's Copa America, Copa Libertadores, Copa Sudamericana, and the Davis Cup qualifiers. Before joining Bolavip US, he worked at Kienyke.com and Redmas.com.co, where he developed strategies to highlight key sports moments across websites and social media platforms.