{"id":1258,"date":"2026-06-14T13:32:46","date_gmt":"2026-06-14T13:32:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xrpfaucet.site\/?p=1258"},"modified":"2026-06-14T13:32:46","modified_gmt":"2026-06-14T13:32:46","slug":"predicted-lineups-where-to-watch-stats-and-previews","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/xrpfaucet.site\/?p=1258","title":{"rendered":"Predicted lineups, where to watch, stats and previews"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Belgium<\/a> start their own WC 2026<\/a> The company is keen to shake off memories of their disappointing group stage exit in Qatar four years ago. <\/p>\n

Despite possessing one of the most talented squads in international football over the past decade, the Red Devils have consistently underachieved on the biggest stage, and a third-place finish in 2018 remains the pinnacle of their golden generation.<\/p>\n

Head coach Rudy Garcia arrives at the tournament with cautious optimism after seeing positive results since qualifying. <\/p>\n

Belgium topped their qualifying group with 18 points from eight matches, scoring 29 goals and conceding just seven. <\/p>\n

Egypt<\/a> will return to the World Cup for only the fourth time in their history and will be determined to make a stronger impression than in 2018, when they lost all three of their group matches. <\/p>\n

Qualification was relatively comfortable, with the Pharaohs unbeaten throughout their CAF campaign and topping their section with 26 points.<\/p>\n

Mohamed Salah remains in the spotlight, although concerns over his fitness remain following a hamstring problem until the end of the domestic season. Omar Marmouche, Trezeguet and Zizo are expected to share the brunt of the attack if Salah is not at full strength.<\/p>\n

Interestingly, Egypt have already enjoyed success against Belgium, winning three of the four meetings between the countries, including a 2-1 victory in the last match in November 2022. <\/p>\n

Team news Belgium – Egypt<\/span><\/h2>\n

Belgium are expected to field a strong squad for their World Cup opener, with Real goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois starting behind a defense that is likely to feature Arthur Theate and Nathan Ngoi in central positions.<\/p>\n

Aston Villa duo Youri Tielemans and Amadou Onana are expected to feature in midfield, with Kevin De Bruyne operating in a more advanced role behind striker Romelu Lukaku. Premier League wingers Leandro Trossar and Jeremy Doku are expected to start.<\/p>\n

Egypt’s biggest concern is Mohamed Salah, who is available despite recovering from a hamstring problem. The Liverpool forward is expected to start, but may not be fully fit.<\/p>\n

Support in attack should be provided by Omar Marmouche, Trezeguet and Zizo, and the team will be captained by experienced goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy. <\/p>\n

Expected standings for the match Belgium – Egypt<\/span><\/h2>\n

Belgium Predicted XI:<\/strong> Polite; Meunier, Ngoi, Theate, De Kuper; Onana, Tillemans; Trossard, De Bruyne, Doku; Lukaku.<\/p>\n

Egypt predicted XI:<\/strong> El Shenawi; Hani, Ibrahim, Rabia, Fatuh; Lashin, Fathi; Salah, Trezeguet, Zizo; Marmush.<\/p>\n

Where to watch Belgium – Egypt<\/span><\/h2>\n

Kick-off is scheduled for 12pm Seattle time on Monday and 8pm UK time.<\/p>\n

Live coverage will be available on ITV and STV, with streaming available via ITVX and STV Player. Fans can also tune in to the BBC or BBC Iplayer.<\/p>\n

International broadcast options will vary by region.<\/p>\n

Belgium vs Egypt statistics<\/span><\/h2>\n
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  • Belgium failed to progress beyond the group stage at the 2022 World Cup despite being among the pre-tournament favourites.<\/li>\n
  • The Red Devils scored 29 goals and conceded just seven during World Cup qualifying.<\/li>\n
  • Belgium have won three of their last four pre-tournament friendlies.<\/li>\n
  • Egypt qualified unbeaten from their CAF qualifying group.<\/li>\n
  • The “Pharaohs” are playing in only the fourth final of the World Cup.<\/li>\n
  • Egypt have won three of their previous four meetings with Belgium.<\/li>\n
  • The last meeting between the sides ended in a 2-1 victory for Egypt in November 2022.<\/li>\n
  • Mohamed Salah remains Egypt’s main attacking threat but enters the tournament with a recent hamstring problem.<\/li>\n
  • Belgium have kept a clean sheet in each of their last two matches.<\/li>\n
  • Romelu Lukaku is Belgium’s all-time leading scorer and will lead the attack.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Prediction for the match Belgium – Egypt<\/span><\/h2>\n

    On paper, Belgium have the better squad, but their inability to turn talent into results is often evident at major tournaments. <\/p>\n

    Egypt are organised, experienced and have a strong historical record in this game and Salah’s presence always gives them a chance.<\/p>\n

    It looks set to be a tight battle in Seattle, with the points shared in what could be an important result for both nations in Group G.<\/p>\n

    Prediction: Belgium 1-1 Egypt<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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