De Bruyne and Salah face off in World Cup opener for Belgium and Egypt
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Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Kevin De Bruyne and Mohamed Salah are set to meet on June 15, 2026, as Belgium takes on Egypt in their World Cup opener. This match, part of Group G, may mark the final encounter between the two Premier League icons, both of whom will be 34 years old, with Salah's birthday coinciding with the game. Their careers showcase a remarkable transformation from their limited appearances at Chelsea to becoming key players for Manchester City and Liverpool, respectively. The clash also represents a significant chapter in their histories, as they face off for possibly the last time in major international competition.
- •Match date set for June 15, 2026.
- •Both players turn 34 on game day.
- •De Bruyne and Salah were pivotal for City and Liverpool.
- •Potentially final showdown between these Premier League greats.
- •Each player has a remarkable history after Chelsea's stint.
"There are no two players more pivotal to the Manchester City-Liverpool rivalry that dominated the Premier League in the late 2010s and early 2020s than Kevin De Bruyne and Mohamed Salah.
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