Belgium, Egypt, Romelu Lukaku, Mohamed Hany, Emam Ashour
16 June 2026
Belgium opened their World Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Egypt in Seattle after Romelu Lukaku came off the bench and helped force Mohamed Hany’s own goal. Emam Ashour had given Egypt a deserved first-half lead.
Egypt threatened a major upset through Mohamed Salah, Omar Marmoush and Ashour, while Belgium’s senior players struggled for rhythm. Lukaku’s physical presence changed the match within seconds, but Egypt’s long wait for a World Cup win continued.