By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Photo Credit: FIFA. Egypt began their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with an impressive performance, holding Belgium to a 1-1 draw in their opening Group G match at the Seattle Soccer Stadium in Washignton. The Pharoahs took the lead in the 19th minute through a powerful strike from outside the box by midfielder Emam Ashour, his first international goal. Belgium pressed for an equaliser in the second half before the introduction of Romelu Lukaku in the 66th minute.