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Egypt is in the 48-team World Cup field. Group-stage opponents, dates, and host cities are listed below.
| Match | Opponent | City | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match 15 Group G | Belgium | Los Angeles Los Angeles Stadium | Jun 15 (Mon) |
| Match 39 Group G | New Zealand | Los Angeles Los Angeles Stadium | Jun 21 (Sat) |
| Match 64 Group G | IR Iran | Vancouver BC Place | Jun 26 (Fri) |
Egypt became the first African and Arab nation to compete in the World Cup, playing Hungary in the first round.
Winning three consecutive Africa Cup of Nations titles between 2006 and 2010, establishing a dominance unmatched in the continent's history.
| Year | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1934 | First World Cup appearance, becoming the first African team to play in the tournament. | first appearance |
| 1957 | Won the inaugural Africa Cup of Nations. | championship |
| 1990 | Qualified for the World Cup after a 56-year absence. | notable performance |
| 2006 | Began a historic run, winning three consecutive Africa Cup of Nations titles (2006, 2008, 2010). | championship |
| 2018 | Qualified for the World Cup after a 28-year absence, led by Mohamed Salah. | notable performance |
Egyptian fans, 'The Pharaohs', are extremely passionate and create a famously loud, high-octane atmosphere, especially in Cairo. Their support for Mohamed Salah is quasi-religious.
"Ya Ahly Ya Gameel (club chant, often adapted for the national team)"
Ultras affiliated with rival clubs often unite for the national team.
Intense, noisy, and enthusiastic, characterized by the roar of the crowd, with red and white dominating the stadium.
Egypt holds the record for the most Africa Cup of Nations titles (7).
Their 56-year gap between the 1934 and 1990 World Cups is one of the longest in World Cup history.
Hossam Hassan is a legendary former player and one of the most prolific African scorers.
Egypt's group-stage host cities are Los Angeles, Vancouver. Use the city guides to compare stadium access, lodging areas, and matchday routes.
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