Mohamed Salah assists as Egypt leads Belgium in World Cup opener

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Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Mohamed Salah assists as Egypt leads Belgium in World Cup opener
Summary

Egypt took an early lead against Belgium in their World Cup match at Seattle Stadium on June 15. Mohamed Salah assisted Emam Ashour, who scored after 19 minutes, marking Egypt's fastest-ever World Cup goal. Belgium, struggling with an aging squad, aims to regroup in the second half after being unable to match Egypt's intensity in the first half.

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  • Egypt scored the fastest goal in their World Cup history.
  • Salah's assist marks his third goal contribution in World Cup matches.
  • Belgium was unbeaten in their last seven World Cup openers before this match.
  • The match is ongoing, with Belgium needing to respond in the second half.
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In another day of unpredictable World Cup action, Egypt have stunned with a stunning, landmark opener at Seattle Stadium on Monday. The goal came 19 minutes into the match as Mohamed Salah picked out...

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