Belgium and Egypt share points in World Cup Group G opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 9:05 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Belgium and Egypt share points in World Cup Group G opener

Summary

Belgium and Egypt played to a 1-1 draw in their Group G opener on June 15 at Seattle Stadium. Emam Ashour gave Egypt a lead with a goal in the 19th minute, followed by an equalizer attributed to an own goal by Mohamed Hany just after Romelu Lukaku was substituted in. The match featured a scrappy contest with numerous fouls and both teams having opportunities to secure a victory. The draw leaves both teams with a point as they prepare for their next group matches.

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•Egypt leads 1-0 after Emam Ashour's goal in the 19th minute
•Romelu Lukaku forces an own goal from Mohamed Hany for Belgium's equalizer
•Match held at Seattle Stadium, marking the venue's World Cup debut
•Both teams had chances to win but settled for a draw
•The fixture sets the tone for a competitive Group G

Latest Updates

9:05 PMYahoo Sports — Belgium 1-1 Egypt: Points shared in entertaining Group G opener
8:59 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 World Cup: Belgium denies Egypt’s first tournament win, forces 1-1 draw

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Belgium and Egypt played out an intriguing 1-1 draw in the opening game of Group G this evening. Egypt took an early lead through Emam Ashour before Romelu Lukaku’s presence forced an own goal equal...
— Yahoo Sports